

Exterior Trim Mechanical Design & Release Engineer
Location
Irvine, CA
Level
Mid-Level
Department
Transportation
Type
Salary
$85,000 - $107,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-01-16
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and release of exterior components.
- Apply engineering fundamentals to various manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with design teams to meet design and brand requirements.
- Develop exterior components that enhance performance and aesthetics.
- Create CAD concepts and detailed sections during development stages.
- Manage complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Overcome challenges and provide integrated design solutions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Masters Preferred).
- 2-4+ years of relevant automotive design experience.
- Proficiency in Catia v5/v6 or similar CAD software.
- Practical knowledge of molding and assembly techniques.
- Experience translating design concepts into engineering solutions.
- Hands-on experience in design through manufacturing processes.
- Strong reasoning, organizational, and communication skills.




