Body-in-White Engineer (BIW Engineer)

This position is based in the USA; candidates must hold Canadian citizenship or have the ability to work in the USA.

We Are Currently Seeking An Expert Body-in-White DRE To Join Our Team In Auburn Hills, MI. Your Missions Will Be As Follows

Responsibilities

• Take the lead in engineering, designing, and developing upperbody components and assemblies, ensuring they integrate seamlessly into the larger BIW system.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the feasibility, structural integrity, and production readiness of upperbody components.
• Apply design templates and themes to upperbody elements, aligning them with Feasibility Development requirements.
• Oversee the progression of upperbody components and assemblies throughout Program CAD milestones.
• Enforce compliance with System Requirement Sections and the application of upperbody part templates throughout the entire program lifecycle.
• Establish and refine Standard Operating Procedures for Engineering, ensuring consistency and high-quality outcomes.
• Drive initiatives focused on quality enhancement, weight reduction, cost-efficiency, and overall process efficiency improvements.
• Effectively communicate the technical progress and status of upperbody components to management and cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field from an ABET accredited or equivalent program.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proven expertise in designing and developing upperbody components, closures, or related exterior systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software, coupled with familiarity in Google and MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Hands‑on experience with NX and Teamcenter within a production release environment, including participation in upperbody BIW in‑plant launches.
• Proficiency in Unigraphics, NX, and Teamcenter.
• Proactive individual with outstanding leadership and communication skills, along with a demonstrated knack for effective problem‑solving.
• Strong understanding of materials, including high‑strength steels, welding, and GD&T.
• Familiarity with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R).
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green Belt/Black Belt or Reactive Green/Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE) techniques is advantageous.

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