May 27, 2026

Interior CAD Designer; Soft Trims, Catia

Detroit Engineered Products Ann Arbor, Michigan

Position: Interior CAD Designer (Soft Trims, Catia) Job SummarySeeking a skilled CAD Designer to support the design and development of automotive soft trim (seats, door panels, headliners, instrument panel skins) and hard trim (IP consoles, pillars, bezels, trim covers) components. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in CATIA and NX for 3D modeling, surfacing, and detailing.Key Responsibilities Create and modify 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for soft and hard trim components using CATIA V5/V6 and Siemens NXDevelop Class A and Class B surfaces for interior trim partsCollaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and meet styling, packaging, and regulatory requirementsSupport DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysisRevise designs based on input from CAE, prototyping, and tooling teamsMaintain BOM and ensure all CAD data is managed in PLM system (e.g., Teamcenter, ENOVIA)Required Qualifications Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field5+ years of experience in automotive interior trim design (soft and/or hard trim)Proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 (Part Design, Generative Shape Design, Assembly, Drafting)Proficiency in Siemens NX (Modeling, Drafting, Assemblies)Understanding of manufacturing processes: injection molding, compression molding, thermoforming, foaming, and trimmingKnowledge of materials: fabrics, leather, foam, PVC, ABS, PP, etc.Preferred Qualifications Experience with Class A surfacingFamiliarity with Teamcenter or ENOVIA PLMKnowledge of GD&T and stack-up analysisExperience working with OEM or Tier 1 automotive suppliers#J-18808-Ljbffr

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