Bumper And Exterior Trims Engineer For Series Production Support Till End Of LifeWe now have a fantastic opportunity for a talented Series Production Support Engineering team, specialising across Bumper and Exterior trims to join our team based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA.
Key Responsibilities:- Product Lifecycle Management: Monitor and support vehicles from production through end-of-life, implement design changes based on field performance and customer feedback
- Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve manufacturing or quality issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions
- Product Optimization: Refine existing designs for cost, weight, or performance improvements, ensure compatibility with evolving regulations and technologies
- Quality Feedback Integration: Analyzing warranty data, service reports, and customer complaints
- Technology Refresh: Supporting mid-cycle product facelifts or feature upgrades
- Documentation Compliance: Maintain engineering documentation for all changes, Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and industry standards
- Testing Validation: Support validation of updated components or systems, analyze test data to confirm performance and durability
- Supplier Collaboration: Working with suppliers to improve component design, materials, or manufacturing processes, Managing obsolescence and alternate sourcing for long-term sustainability
Desired Skills and Experience:- Excellent CATIA V5 2D/3D skills
- Should be excellent in Exteriors Product Design Development (Front Rear Bumper systems, Grill, Energy Absorber, Claddings, Wheel arch Liners, Front and Rear end module etc.)Very Good Skills in Catia V5 - Surface, Solid Modelling Drafting
- Experience on PLM - Connect
Experience in Style Surface Feasibility Analysis i.e. checking Draft, Tooling Feasibility, ECE R26 Regulation Evaluation, creating concept proposals Packaging study with surrounding parts, Benchmarking Study and Analysis etc.
Should have experience in DFx (Design for Mfg, assembly Serviceability)
Knowledge in tooling, fixings, Materials, GD T, Stack up DFMEA, DVP etc. will be preferable.
Understand CAE requirements and results for project requirements implementation.
Knowledge of Colour Texture, Materials etc.
Leadership and motivation in a design role is essential.7 to 12+ years of previous experience of Design activities at OEM with a demonstrable record of delivery of the accountabilities
Working in plant environment and ability to manage cross functional team coordination
A strong track record of delivering design to timelines, weight and cost targets
Supplier liaison, understanding and implementing DFM requirements
Mechanical or Automotive Engineering Degree preferred
Background in luxury cars design and development preferred
Personal Attributes:
Delivery focused, with a demonstrable track record of on-time delivery
Self-motivated to deliver excellence and perform beyond targets
Strong communication skills
Good organisational skills and ability to project manage design tasks both internally and with the supplier(s); Advanced problem-solving abilities"* is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We promote and support a diverse workforce at all levels of the company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. All applicants will be evaluated solely based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations also are available in the hiring process for applicants with disabilities. Candidates can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the company ADA Coordinator at *.
