Product Design & Engineering Designer

The Product Layout Designer II is responsible for creating 3D designs using NX and Teamcenter to perform packaging, concept, design, layout, sections and envelopes of Interior, Mechatronics and NVH components and assemblies including, but not limited to the following:  plastic, metal, and hybrid components for Instrument Panels, Cross Car Beams, Consoles, Headliners, Overhead Systems, Seats, Hard Trim, Soft Trim, Carpets, Door Trim, Functional Plastics, Lighting, Ducts, Wire Harness, Hoses and Drain Tubes. This role involves participation in the entire design process—from conceptual model creation to production-level design and detailing.  This position offers firsthand involvement in the design and development of Interior, Mechatronics and NVH systems, providing an excellent opportunity to build foundational skills in automotive design.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing, laying out, and maintaining NX CAD models.
• Supporting engineers, design supervisors, design leaders, and other designers as needed.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance with design standards throughout the development cycle.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of design experience in NX (Unigraphics) automotive design
• Educational credentials, in combination with relevant design experience, may also be considered. 
• Practical knowledge of automotive vehicles and the vehicle assembly process.
• Basic understanding or training in manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, stamping, welding).
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 32 credits toward completion of an associate's degree including CAD classes or equivalent training in a design / engineering field.
• Experience or training with Teamcenter or similar PLM systems.
• Experience or training in CATIA R2026x.
• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles.
• Exposure to automotive Interior, Mechatronics or NVH systems or related components.
• Experience or training in CDD surface development.
• Experience or training in Knowledge Based Engineering design using templates and linked models.
• Experience working with Electromechanical components.
• Experience conducting Homologation studies.