Job Description

Job Title:

GES CAD INTERIOR TRIMS Requirement

Experience:

+ 5 - 9 Years +
+

Qualification:

+ - B.E/B.Tech or M.E/M.Tech (Automotive & Mechanical)
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Job Location:

+ - Chennai
+

:

+ - Strong expertise in Interior plastic product design principles, injection molding processes, material selection, and associated manufacturing constraints specific to exterior trims.
- Thorough understanding of vehicle architecture, including aggregate groups, sub-groups, systems, and sub-systems, to ensure seamless product integration.
- Proven ability to independently determine technical decisions in collaboration with engineering and supplier partners for design validation and release.
- Experienced in conducting comprehensive benchmarking and packaging studies to define optimum trim locations and configurations on the vehicle.
- Familiar with automotive safety standards and regulatory compliance affecting exterior trim design and development.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with styling teams translating aesthetic concepts into functional, manufacturable parts.
- Skilled at evaluating manufacturing, assembly, and service feasibility ensuring designs are practical and aligned with supplier capabilities.
- Strong problem-solving skills paired with project management discipline and effective stakeholder communication.
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Skill set:

+ - 5+ years of experience in automotive exterior trim design and New Part Development (NPD). Expert in CATIA V5; familiarity with 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) is a plus. Strong knowledge of GD&T, Teamcenter PLM, and Vismockup for vehicle integration. In-depth understanding of automotive standards, safety requirements, and regulations. Proficient in plastic product design and manufacturing processes. Excellent communication skills; self-motivated and able to work independently.
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Domain Knowledge:

+ - Independently design and develop automotive Interior trim components ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and vehicle integration criteria.
- Develop detailed CAD designs in CATIA V5 based on engineering directions, applying precise GD&T to guarantee part fit and function.
- Integrate designs within the digital vehicle context using Vismockup, ensuring proper attachment and alignment to the digital vehicle structure.
- Manage product data and configurations through Teamcenter, maintaining strict release and change management protocols for chassis and exterior trim components.
- Conduct benchmarking and packaging studies to optimize the positioning and function of exterior trim parts within vehicle architecture.
- Collaborate with Design & Release (D&R) engineers, styling, manufacturing, and supplier teams to resolve technical issues and ensure manufacturability and quality compliance.
- Participate in design reviews, evaluate feedback critically, and implement improvements to enhance product robustness and delivery timelines.
- Assess manufacturing feasibility, assembly processes, and serviceability at early design stages to ensure practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for design and process improvement leveraging digital tools, automation, and innovative methods