{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ac80bd69ae49c788f122604d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ac80bd69ae49c788f122604d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ac80bd69ae49c788f122604d","title":"Applications Engineer","description":"Applications Engineer\n\nLocation: Dearborn, MI\n\nPay: $42.31+ per hour\n\nSchedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite per week)\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to support the development of automotive body structures from concept through production launch. This role focuses on sheet metal design, vehicle structural performance, supplier coordination, and product development within a collaborative engineering environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and release automotive body structure components, including roof panels, roof ditches, pillar structures (A, B, C, and D), quarter panels, and upper body sheet metal.\nDevelop 3D CAD models and engineering releases while ensuring manufacturability, quality, durability, cost, and weight targets are achieved.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, suppliers, purchasing, finance, safety, and vehicle integration groups.\nSupport prototype builds, tooling development, supplier launches, testing, and production implementation.\nReview design feasibility, engineering changes, validation results, and structural performance requirements.\nParticipate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.\nMinimum 5 years of automotive product design and release experience.\nExperience designing and developing automotive sheet metal components from concept through production.\nProficiency with CATIA V5/V6, 3DX, or similar CAD software.\nStrong understanding of vehicle structures, safety requirements, durability, and manufacturing processes.\nExcellent communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nKnowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, DMAIC, DFSS, DOE, 8D problem solving, and failure mode avoidance methodologies.\nExperience reviewing CAE results, component drawings, and vehicle structural performance requirements.\nFamiliarity with FMVSS, NVH, roof crush, side impact, and durability standards.\n\nEmployee Benefits\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nCommuter/Parking Accounts\nPeople Perks\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)\nAD&D Insurance\nAbout Us\n\nAdvantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.\n\nAdvantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. 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This role focuses on sheet metal design, vehicle structural performance, supplier coordination, and product development within a collaborative engineering environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and release automotive body structure components, including roof panels, roof ditches, pillar structures (A, B, C, and D), quarter panels, and upper body sheet metal.\nDevelop 3D CAD models and engineering releases while ensuring manufacturability, quality, durability, cost, and weight targets are achieved.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, suppliers, purchasing, finance, safety, and vehicle integration groups.\nSupport prototype builds, tooling development, supplier launches, testing, and production implementation.\nReview design feasibility, engineering changes, validation results, and structural performance requirements.\nParticipate in design reviews, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nQualifications\n\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.\nMinimum 5 years of automotive product design and release experience.\nExperience designing and developing automotive sheet metal components from concept through production.\nProficiency with CATIA V5/V6, 3DX, or similar CAD software.\nStrong understanding of vehicle structures, safety requirements, durability, and manufacturing processes.\nExcellent communication, project coordination, and problem-solving skills.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nKnowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, DMAIC, DFSS, DOE, 8D problem solving, and failure mode avoidance methodologies.\nExperience reviewing CAE results, component drawings, and vehicle structural performance requirements.\nFamiliarity with FMVSS, NVH, roof crush, side impact, and durability standards.\n\nEmployee Benefits\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nCommuter/Parking Accounts\nPeople Perks\nHealth Savings Account (HSA)\nAD&D Insurance\nAbout Us\n\nAdvantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.\n\nAdvantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. 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