Where is the Exterior Trim Design & Release Engineer role at SEGULA Technologies based?

This role is based in Auburn Hills, MI.

How many years of experience does this Exterior Trim Design & Release Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 8 years of relevant experience.

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Exterior Trim Design & Release Engineer

SEGULA Technologies · Auburn Hills, MI3w agoverified 20 h ago

BS-level Product Development roles on Crosslinked list a median of $118k (200 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Design and release exterior plastic trim components for automotive, coordinating with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

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Why it is interesting. Work on exterior plastic components for major automotive OEMs with cross-functional teams.

Might not be for you. Primarily CAD and coordination, not hands-on materials R&D.

Computational or deskGeneralist Senior hires only

Adjacent materials roleexterior plastic components and assemblies ... plastic injection molding, thermoforming, and tooling design principles

H-1B filings

SEGULA Technologies filed 37 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Dre “ Biw Upper Body. Median filed pay: $88K a year.

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Seniority: Senior
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 8+ yrs
Industry: Automotive
Role: Product Development

Materials

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Techniques

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Role details

The Exterior Trim Design & Release Engineer supports the engineering design, development, packaging, and production release of exterior plastic components and assemblies (such as bumper fascias, claddings, wheel liners, underbody shields, moldings, and ornamental trim). This role coordinates between the Product Design Office (PDO), cross-functional engineering teams, and Tier-1 suppliers to ensure components meet functional, styling, and manufacturing objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Design & CAD Support: Assist in creating and modifying 3D CAD models, master sections, and B-side attachment features (snaps, ribs, locators, boss structures) using UG NX or CATIA.
Packaging & Clearance Studies: Conduct draft analysis, thickness checks, and clash/interference analysis with surrounding body components, such as Body-in-White (BIW), lighting, and closures.
Styling & Feasibility Support: Support reviews with the Product Design Office (PDO) by evaluating Class-A styling surfaces for molding feasibility, gap and flush requirements, and manufacturing constraints.
Validation & Testing: Assist in updating Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) documentation; follow up on supplier testing deliverables.
Supplier & Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Tier-1 suppliers, plant launch teams, and internal engineering groups to resolve build issues during pre-production phase builds.
Release & Documentation: Create and track Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), Change Notices (CNs), and update Bill of Materials (BOM) in PLM tools like Teamcenter or Enovia.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience

8+ years of automotive industry experience in product development, plastics design, or exterior trim engineering.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (UG NX or CATIA V5).
Foundational understanding of plastic injection molding, thermoforming, and tooling design principles.
Exposure to DFMEA, DVP&R, and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
Basic knowledge of PLM systems (Teamcenter or Enovia) and standard office productivity suites.

Soft Skills

Strong communication, proactive problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.