Theme Development Engineer

Job Title

Theme Development Engineer

Overview / Summary

We are seeking a Theme Development Engineer to support the development and execution of vehicle design concepts from initial engineering feasibility through physical and digital model development. This role partners with cross-functional teams to transform design vision into production-feasible solutions while integrating engineering, manufacturing, functional, and aesthetic requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead studio property setup and integrity, including content, data pedigree, ride height, manikin drop, and overall suitability.
• Lead completion of design feasibility studies and development activities through defined feasibility and development phases.
• Complete design development checklists and hardpoints plans and integrate aligned plans into surface development.
• Lead integration of A-surface design with thematic, functional, attribute, and vehicle architecture inputs while maintaining design intent.
• Guide initial theme setup and development through functional, supplier, and attribute requirements.
• Develop and maintain surface scaffold files to support physical and digital model development and theme overlays.
• Provide concept alternatives and proposals that support alignment of design intent with functional and program requirements.
• Lead optimization and balancing of studio inputs to support overall theme vision.
• Manage design data within, into, and out of the studio environment.
• Develop initial engineering concepts and integrate engineering and manufacturing requirements into design surfaces.
• Support creation of physical models that bridge design concepts and production feasibility.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of experience in complete vehicle layout and packaging, including Body and Trim.
• Advanced proficiency in CATIA with the ability to independently create complex 3D proposals.
• Advanced CAD and CAD Design experience with the ability to independently develop complex 3D models and proposals.

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