Interiors Engineer

Contract • On Site

Saline, Michigan, United States

PTO • Competitive Benefits Package • Benefits Begin Day 1

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking an experienced Interiors Engineer to support the full lifecycle development of interior components, including instrument panels (IP) and trim systems. This role is hands-on, highly collaborative, and requires strong technical expertise in Catia V5, vehicle packaging, and automotive interior design.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design and development of interior components, primarily IP and trim, ensuring alignment with vehicle program requirements.
• Manage components throughout the full development cycle—from concept and feasibility through production line-off—using established company methodologies and vehicle development processes.
• Execute design work utilizing Catia V5, both independently and through guidance of Supplier Engineers and CAD modelers.
• Conduct packaging and layout studies to confirm fit, function, and manufacturability of assigned components.
• Create detailed drawings and 3D models that comply with company design standards and specifications.
• Monitor and manage project priorities, adjusting workflows and deliverables to ensure timing, cost, performance, and quality targets are consistently met.
• Identify and communicate risks, issues, and design gaps; provide clear visual documentation to support resolution.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, reflection activities, and cross-functional engineering reviews as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• 8+ years of engineering design experience with interior components.
• 8+ years of experience using Catia V5 in an automotive engineering environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Statement

Reliance One, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.