Instrumental Panel- Design Engineer

Instrumental Panel- Design Engineer

Location: Raymond, OH

Responsibilities

Mechanical design engineer- Instrument Panel (IP) and Console

Instrument Panel (IP) and Console Mechanical Design Engineer are responsible for the structural, functional, and ergonomic development of a vehicle's interior. To bridge the gap between aesthetic styling and mass manufacturing, focusing on plastic injection molding, HVAC duct routing, component packaging, and crash safety.

Core Responsibilities

Component Packaging: Integrating heavy components (like the infotainment display, gauge cluster, steering column, and airbag modules) into the tight constraints of the dashboard while accounting for wiring and HVAC systems.

Mechanical Design: Creating 3D models and 2D layouts using CAD software (predominantly CATIA V5/V6) to develop parts like center consoles, cup holders, trim pieces, and glove boxes.

Testing & Verification: Ensuring the dashboard and console meet rigid safety and noise standards. This involves managing IP squeak and rattle (S&R), airbag deployment clearance, and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) compliance.

Manufacturing Feasibility: Designing parts for assembly, prioritizing clip attachment methods, structural integrity, and tooling considerations for injection molding.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Negotiating with the styling (design) studios, testing departments, part suppliers, and factories to ensure the final product looks good, fits properly, and stays within budget.

• Development of Design Concepts based on project direction guidance from OEM
• CAD Activities in CATIA V5 and V6
• Evaluation and Open Item Closure
• Creation of Layouts
• Styling Feasibility with LA Studio
• 3D Modeling
• Drawing Creation to OEMs standards using latest software systems
• CATIA V5 will be primary CAD program used thru Die Go
• Supporting Document Creation
• Cost Estimation & Analysis of Supplier Quotes
• Evaluation Attendance & C/M creation and response (e.g. Rattle & Squeak, IQS, Wiring & Piping, etc)

• Requirements:
• PSC to be on-site full time at OEM, Ohio location and act as PIC and window person to LTTS Near Shore and Offshore PSCs
• Offshore PSC workload and responsibilities to be managed by Onsite PSC
• Must understand the OEM development flow:
• Overall project schedule
• General understanding of the expectations at each milestone
• Working knowledge of OEM development systems
• High Level of CATIA V5 and V6 capability
• Ability to work with and negotiate with styling, suppliers, and factory to support OEMs best interests and best practices
• Understanding of part/assembly cost drivers and design methods to achieve development targets.