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Lead Engineer - Instrument Panel

linked
Sterling, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026

Tier One automotive supplier currently seeking a  LEAD SENIOR  PRODUCT ENGINEER to join their team.
 
Responsibilities include providing technical direction and support to meet both customer as well as organizational objectives on current and future IP programs.  Effectively supports program managers by communicating and working with customers and internal departments. 
 
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Develop new Instrument Panel designs for full life cycle programs leading the Instrument Panel Engineers in development of World Class designs and implementation into production.
  • Understand all customer engineering requirements along with company manufacturing requirements to develop the optimal design.
  • Follow programs from pre-spend stage thru production implementation meeting all required objectives.
  • Lead engineering team for root cause analysis for both internal and customer issues and  coordinate implementation of corrective actions.
  • Instruct and teach engineers on board.
  • Conduct testing, quoting and cost estimating.
  • Support Program Manager in meeting cost and  timing objectives.

 
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

  • Extensive Interior Cockpit knowledge – strong IP knowledge required.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.
  • High level of proficiency in problem solving.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability.
  • Demonstrated innovative thinker.
  • Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering, or related field
  • Ability to travel as needed.

 The following would be a plus:

  • Plastic product and process development knowledge.
  • Injection Tooling and Fixture knowledge.
  • Understanding of GD&T.
  • Ability to interpret a 3D CAD model and all related drawings using UGNX.


BENEFITS INCLUDED:

  • Company Paid Vacation
  • ​Company Paid Holiday 
  • Company Paid Short term and Long term Disability 
  • Company Paid Life Insurance 
  • Option to participate in 401 K
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Offered

 




About Linked

Linked is dedicated to providing premier human resource services including staffing support to organizations worldwide.
 
Linked has gained the reputation as a true HR consulting and staffing partner for organizations amongst various industries.  We work with small, mid-size, large and non-profit companies, reducing administrative burdens daily. We at Linked partner with company executives, managers, and professionals to free them to focus on their primary goals.
 
At Linked Professional Services, our culture is a series of core values that allows us to provide the best customer service for our clients and candidates.
 
These core values reflect the character of our company and include:
 
  • The importance of exceeding expectations.
  • The discretion and integrity in each and every recruitment and hiring process.
  • The definition of professionalism at all times, under all circumstances. 
  • The overall benefits of learning and continuous improvement.
  • To always value relationships we develop with both clients and candidates.

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