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Adient

Trim Engineer

Adient

Plymouth, MI · Mid

Listed on Adient’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

This role leads the design and engineering of vehicle trim programs, working with foam and seat systems to deliver quality products that meet cost and craftsmanship standards. It suits engineers comfortable with CAD tools, production processes, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and manufacturing teams.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Apply 2D pattern design principles
  • Use Trim Optitex CAD tools
  • Design patterns following Design for Assembly guidelines
  • Release product data to TPDM and PLM
  • Write and manage Engineering Change Requests
  • Understand change management processes
  • Support manufacturing and JIT plant operations
  • Troubleshoot cross-functional design issues

Nice to have

  • Experience with 3D modeling for trim style proposals
  • Seat assembly and build experience
  • Travel to manufacturing sites (typically 1-2 weeks at a time)
  • Coaching and mentoring others in engineering practices

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