WE'RE HIRING | Design Engineer – Bumper & Exterior Trim ?

Location:
Chennai ?

Experience:
5–8 Years ? Employment Type: Full-Time ? Industry: Automotive / Product Design & Development Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer – Bumper & Exterior Trim with strong hands-on experience in automotive exterior component design and development. The role involves design and validation of Front & Rear Bumper Fascia, Exterior Trim, and Front-End Module (FEM) components, along with coordination with global suppliers, manufacturing plants, styling teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project targets in Quality, Cost, and Delivery.

Key Responsibilities
• Design and validate Front & Rear Bumper Fascia components, including in-house design and development.
• Coordinate with plastic manufacturing plant engineering teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Design and validate Exterior Trim components, including chrome-plated, painted, and mold-in-color parts in collaboration with suppliers.
• Manage Quality, Cost, and Timing (QCT) targets for Exterior Trim and Front-End Module components.
• Collaborate with Styling teams for A-surface development and provide technical feedback based on engineering requirements.
• Ensure compliance with automotive safety and regulatory requirements, including pedestrian protection and low-speed impact performance.
• Drive perceived quality through fit-and-finish management and dimensional quality improvements.
• Perform GD&T; analysis and tolerance stack-up calculations to ensure proper component fitment and assembly.
• Coordinate with global suppliers, manufacturing plants, and offshore engineering teams to ensure quality deliverables and timely project execution.




• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve design convergence and resolve engineering issues. Key Technical Skills & Expertise
• Solid experience in Automotive Bumper Design and Exterior Trim Development.
• Hands-on experience in Front & Rear Bumper Fascia design and validation.
• Knowledge of Exterior Trim and Front-End Module (FEM) components.
• Experience in plastic component design and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of chrome-plated, painted, and mold-in-color component development.
• Understanding of automotive safety requirements, pedestrian protection, and low-speed impact performance.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T;, Tolerance Stack-up Analysis, Fitment, and Perceived Quality.
• Hands-on experience in UG NX (Unigraphics NX) for 3D CAD modelling and design development.
• Working experience in Teamcenter PLM for CAD data management.
• Experience in Master Section creation and digital design studies.
• Experience in supplier coordination and cross-functional engineering activities. Educational Qualification
• B.
E. / B.
Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification. What We Look For
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of automotive product development processes.
• Ability to coordinate with global teams, suppliers, and manufacturing plants.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet project timelines. ? Interested candidates can share their updated CV at: [email protected] Please mention the following details while applying:
• Total Experience
• Relevant Experience in Bumper & Exterior Trim Design
• Current CTC
• Expected CTC
• Notice Period
• Willingness to work in Chennai Know someone who fits this role? Feel free to share this opportunity

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🏢 Nissan Motor
📍 Chennai