Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior)

Our client is seeking a Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior) to join their team. As a Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior) , you will be part of the Materials Engineering team supporting vehicle interior material development and integration.  
 

Job Title:Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior)

Location:Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)

Pay Range: $25- $35 per hour
 

What's the Job?

• Develop and engineer automotive soft trim materials, including fabrics, synthetic skins, carpeting, and leather for vehicle applications.
• Collaborate with Design Office, Product Engineers, material suppliers, and sub-tier suppliers on material formulation, development, and specification.
• Support the integration of materials into vehicle applications and ensure performance requirements are met.
• Lead short-term and long-term materials development programs, including evaluation and management of production material suppliers.
• Create, maintain, and update material specifications and standards for assigned product areas.

What's Needed?

• B. S. in Materials Engineering or Material Sciences from an ABET accredited University.
• Minimum of 2 years materials engineering experience with soft trim materials, including materials, application development, specification, and product support.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, strong problem-solving skills, and strong planning skills.
• Ability to work independently while also excelling in a team environment with shared responsibilities.
• Ability to develop long-term strategies for vehicle materials to achieve corporate objectives, with proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.

What's in it for me?

• Work on real vehicle interior materials that require technical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Own materials specifications and standards for assigned product areas, helping ensure quality, durability, performance, and regulatory alignment.
• Lead and manage short- and long-term materials development programs with suppliers and internal engineering partners.
• Contribute technical expertise to support material selection decisions and integration into vehicle applications.
• Build influence across design, engineering, and supplier teams by summarizing and presenting work to cross-functional groups and senior management.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!