Interior Components Engineer | Contract | Newark, CA
Join a luxury electric vehicle manufacturer as part of a world-class Interior Components and Systems Engineering team. In this role, you’ll help design and deliver innovative interior systems that define next-generation vehicle comfort, craftsmanship, and functionality.
About the Role
You’ll collaborate across design, engineering, and supplier teams to create industry-leading interior components — from instrument panels and door trims to consoles and headliners. This is a dynamic position that blends creative design with hands-on technical execution to bring advanced interiors to life.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, packaging, engineering, and launch of interior components and systems
- Create high-quality interior solutions that balance luxury, performance, safety, and ergonomics
- Develop technical product specifications and manage timelines to meet program milestones
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on-time delivery
- Use CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6) to create 2D/3D concepts, layouts, and DFM studies
- Work cross-functionally with marketing, design, and vehicle engineering teams to deliver cohesive designs
Requirements
- 4+ years’ experience in automotive interior components and systems development
- Expertise in hard trim, soft trim, IPs, door trims, consoles, or headliners
- Strong understanding of interior trends, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Experience taking projects from concept to production launch
- Proficiency in CAD modeling (CATIA V5/V6 preferred)
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- One full program cycle experience in interior systems development
- Knowledge of plastic part design, GD&T, injection molding, DFM, ergonomics, and craftsmanship
- Hands-on, problem-solving approach with a passion for design and precision
- Excellent communication skills and cross-functional collaboration experience
Why Join
- Work on cutting-edge interiors for next-generation electric vehicles
- Collaborate with top engineers, designers, and suppliers in the automotive industry
- Be part of a fast-paced, innovative environment with end-to-end design ownership
Next Steps
If you’re passionate about automotive interior design and engineering excellence, apply today and help shape the future of luxury EV interiors.
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