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What they do
A Mechanical Design Engineer designs and develops mechanical tools as part of the product development cycle.
$90,967 / year median in Michigan
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Engineer- Mechanical Design Engineer at Dew Software Senior Engineer- Mechanical Design Engineer at Dew Software in Oak Park, Michigan Posted in about 23 hours ago.
Type:
full-time
Location:
Michigan Hub Southfield MI Candidate Location Requirements:
Michigan:
Seeking a more senior engineer who can work independently and design with limited oversight.
Bay Area:
Open to less experienced candidates due to greater mentorship and coaching opportunities
- Workspace type: Onsite
- Program office contact: aherdlucidmotors.
com
Travel/Expenses:
Minimal. Travel is expected to be rare. Chance for
Extension:
Yes. Strong performers may have the opportunity for extension and potential conversion to FTE.
Equipment/Software XP Required:
CATIA V5/V6
(or equivalent CAD software) Engineering analysis and design tools Windows engineering environment Typical Day in the Role Purpose of the Team The team develops industry-leading vehicle accessories and interior systems that enhance luxury, craftsmanship, functionality, ergonomics, performance, and overall customer experience. Key Projects This engineer will support the design, development, validation, and launch of accessory products across interior, exterior, performance, and lifestyle categories, from concept through production release. Typical Task Breakdown
- Design and develop automotive accessory components and systems.
- Create CAD models, engineering drawings, DVP&R documentation, DFMEAs, validation plans, and engineering releases.
- Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Marketing, Program Management, and suppliers.
- Lead supplier reviews, feasibility assessments, sourcing support, and tooling discussions.
- Support prototype builds, validation testing, and production launches.
- Drive issue resolution, cost optimization, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Mentor junior engineers as needed. What Makes This Role Interesting? This role offers complete ownership of accessory development programs from concept through production. The engineer will have the opportunity to influence customer-facing products and directly see their work integrated into Lucid vehicles. Unique Selling Points
- End-to-end product ownership
- Direct impact on customer experience and vehicle personalization
- Collaboration with Design Studio and cross-functional vehicle teams
- Opportunity to work on premium luxury automotive products
- Exposure to a wide variety of materials, suppliers, and manufacturing processes
- Creative freedom and innovation-focused environment Candidate Requirements
- 5+Years of Experience Required
- Minimum 5+ years of automotive interior components and systems development experience Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or related field Disqualifiers Candidates lacking:
- Automotive interior systems development experience
- Full product lifecycle ownership experience
CATIA/CAD
proficiency
- Required engineering degree
- Best vs. Average Candidate Ideal candidates will have:
- Multiple vehicle launches from concept through production
- Premium or luxury automotive experience
- Strong supplier management experience
- APQP, GD&T, DFMEA, and tolerance stack-up expertise
- Proven cross-functional leadership experience
- Strong CATIA proficiency
- Performance Indicators Success will be measured by:
- Achievement of engineering milestones
- Product launch execution
- Design quality and manufacturability
- Cost optimization
- Effective supplier and cross-functional collaboration
- Resolution of technical issues Top 3 Required Hard Skills 1. Automotive Interior Components Development 5+ years Design, validation, release, and launch experience 2. Product Development Lifecycle Management 5+ years Concept creation through production launch 3. CATIA V5/V6 or Equivalent CAD Tools 5+ years
- 3D modeling
- Packaging studies
- Engineering drawings
- DFM/DFA evaluations
- Design reviews