Junior Automotive Designer
- Windsor, ON, Canada
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Job details
- Job type
- Volunteer
- Experience
- Recent graduate or 0–2 years of engineering/design experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
This position requires eligibility for a TN visa (i.e., Canadian citizenship) because it is located in Auburn Hills, MI.
We are seeking a Junior Automotive Designer to support the design and development of automotive components and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Engineering graduate with automotive co-op/internship experience and hands-on exposure to CAD and mechanical design through academic projects or previous experience.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Junior Automotive Designer to support the design and development of automotive components and systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Engineering graduate with automotive co-op/internship experience and hands-on exposure to CAD and mechanical design through academic projects or previous experience.
Responsibilities
- Support the design and development of automotive components from concept through production.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D drawings.
- Assist with design reviews, engineering changes, and documentation.
- Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and vehicle integration activities.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and other cross-functional teams.
- Assist in identifying and resolving design and vehicle-related issues.
- Maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and BOMs.
- Apply GD&T, engineering standards, and design best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
- Recent graduate or 0–2 years of engineering/design experience.
- Previous automotive co-op, internship, or student work experience strongly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with CAD/design, gained through professional, co-op, or university projects.
- Knowledge of 3D CAD software such as CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of mechanical design, GD&T, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented automotive environment.
- Automotive design or vehicle development project experience.
- Experience with CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or Teamcenter.
- Exposure to automotive OEM or Tier 1 engineering environments.
- Familiarity with engineering change management and product development processes.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Support the design and development of automotive components from concept through production using 3D CAD models and 2D drawings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design issues and support prototype builds and validation activities.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automotive Engineering with 0-2 years of experience. Candidates must be eligible for a TN visa (Canadian citizenship) and possess hands-on CAD experience.
Skills
- 3D CAD Modeling
- Mechanical Design
- GD&T
- CATIA
- Siemens NX
- SolidWorks
- Product Development
- Vehicle Integration
- BOM Management
- Engineering Documentation
- Prototype Testing
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Art & Design
Keywords
- Automotive Design
- Mechanical Engineering
- CATIA V5
- Siemens NX
- Teamcenter
- GD&T
- BOM
- OEM
- Tier 1
- Vehicle Development
- Mechatronics
- CAD
- Product Development
- Engineering Change Management