Job Title: Design Engineer – Body Exterior: Body Structure (Sheet Metal)
Location: Onsite – Long Beach, CA
Pay Range: $60.00/hr. – $65.00/hr.
Contract Duration: 6 to 12 Months (possible extension)
Industry: Automotive
Employment Type: Contract
Akkodis is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Design Engineer specializing in Body Exterior: Body Structure (Sheet Metal). This role is based onsite in Long Beach, CA and supports a dynamic, fast-paced automotive development environment.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in automotive seat design and engineering, demonstrate strong initiative, and operate with autonomy. This role requires a first-principles approach to problem-solving, robust engineering fundamentals, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and development of 2nd row seat systems including structures, mechanisms,
foam, and trim.
• Utilize 3DX CAD tools to create and manage complex designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and program
management.
• Develop and execute timing plans for assigned components and systems.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve technical risks.
• Ensure designs meet system/component requirements including:
o Voice of Customer
o Regulatory and Functional Requirements
o Quality, DFA (Design for Assembly), DFS (Design for Service)
o Packaging and Clearance Constraints
• Apply validation methods such as CAE, physical testing, and analytical techniques.
• Assess industrialization feasibility including tooling, supplier sub-assembly, and vehicle
assembly.
• Conduct interface and assembly feasibility studies including:
o Static & dynamic clearances
o Joint analysis
o GD&T and dimensional variation analysis
• Document quality history and participate in technical design reviews using:
o DFMEA, DVPR, SCCAF
o PFMEA and Control Plans
Manage program financials including:
o Landed cost
o Vendor tooling (F&T)
o Engineering Design & Testing (ED&T)
• Track and manage engineering budgets for prototype parts, tools, and development
expenses.
• Utilize engineering tools such as:
o Robustness Checklist
o Demonstration Matrix
o Boundary Diagram
o Interface Matrix
o P-Diagram
• Support vehicle builds and ensure alignment with overall program timing.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive seat design and development.
• Proficiency in 3DX CAD and related engineering tools.
• Strong understanding of the full product development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVPR, and other quality documentation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and supplier interaction.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with OEMs
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and customer requirements in automotive seating.
• Background in managing engineering budgets and program financials.
If you are interested in this Design Engineer position in Long Beach, CA click apply now.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client
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