Position: Exterior Trims Engineer Experience: 1–3 Years Location: Pune Department: Product Development / Design Engineering Role Overview: We are looking for a motivated Exterior Trims Engineer with 1–3 years of experience in automotive plastic trims design, development, and validation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design principles, manufacturing feasibility, and fit & finish requirements for exterior components. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and release exterior trim components such as bumpers, grilles, body claddings, spoilers, roof rails, etc. Work on CAD modelling, packaging studies, and drawing release using tools like CATIA. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Styling, CAE, Manufacturing, Quality, Suppliers) for product development. Ensure parts meet engineering, regulatory, and aesthetic requirements. Manage design changes, cost optimization, and DFMEA documentation. Support prototype build, testing, and validation activities. Resolve fitment issues during assembly and support manufacturing feasibility. Required Skills & Qualifications: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile. 1–3 years of relevant experience in exterior trims development in the automotive sector. Proficiency in CAD tools like CATIA V5 Knowledge of plastics, sheet metal, and painting processes. Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-up. Basic understanding of DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP. Strong problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.
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Exterior Trims Design Engineer