Senior Designer

HCLTech
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📍 Saitama Shi, Japan

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Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Automotive Interior Engineer with extensive experience in CREO and interior plastic component design. The ideal candidate must have prior exposure & knowledge of automotive regulations, and proven expertise in developing high-quality interior systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of plastic interior components, including instrument panels, consoles, door trims, pillars, seat trims, and other cabin plastic systems.
  • Create, modify, and validate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in CREO (Part Design, Assembly, Drafting modules).
  • Ensure all designs comply with automotive standards, regulations, and project-specific codes.
  • Collaborate with styling, manufacturing, CAE, quality, and supplier engineering teams within European project environments.
  • Utilize PLM systems for data management and engineering release processes.
  • Conduct feasibility studies, packaging checks, and plastic design validations including draft analysis, wall thickness checks, ribs, bosses, clips, and tolerance stack-ups.
  • Support DFMEA, DFM/DFA, and technical reviews with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Develop product documentation, BOM structures, and design reports for customer programs.

Skill Requirements

  • Bachelors in mechanical/automotive engineering or related field.
  • 6–10 years of hands-on experience in automotive interiors, plastic components design & development.
  • Expert proficiency in CREO (Part Design, Assembly, Drafting).
  • Strong knowledge of PLM systems and engineering release workflows.
  • Deep understanding of plastic part design fundamentals including drafts, splits, ribs, clips, mounting, warpage considerations, and tooling feasibility.
  • Experience working on European OEM/Tier-1 projects with understanding of standards.
  • Knowledge of automotive regulatory requirements including safety, crash, ergonomic, and environmental standards.
  • Strong familiarity with GD&T, DFMEA, and DFM/DFA practices.
  • Excellent communication and customer interaction skills.

Other Requirements

JAPANESE Language

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