Interior Trim Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Posted on Oct 26, 2026
Interior Trim Engineer
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an engineer to join the Interior Trim Team of the Interior Engineering Design Department
The Position:
The Interior Trim Engineer would support design, development, and release efforts concerning interior trim components, such as pillar trim, carpet, door trim, and headliners, for Hyundai's North American (NA) vehicle programs, while driving innovation in cost, mass, technology, performance, and quality
What You Will Do:
- Design, develop, and release interior trim components (e.g., pillar trim, carpet, door trim, headliners, etc.) for NA programs
- Lead engineering development from early concept through mass production using cradle-to-grave product development best practices
- Develop innovative engineering solutions to improve the cost, weight, performance, quality, and manufacturing of interior trim components
- Generate and complete advanced development projects focused on part and system-level improvements for future NA vehicles
- Assess current designs and perform competitor benchmarking to recommend engineering improvements
- Create, analyze, and present technical reports to communicate project status, risks, and results to internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and global counterparts to ensure successful program execution
- Travel up to 15% of the time, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related discipline
- 3+ years of professional experience with interior trim design and release responsibilities
- Sound understanding of interior trim components (e.g., pillar trim, carpet, door trim, headliners, etc.)
- Experience in cradle-to-grave product development best practices and processes
- Knowledge of US regulations applicable to automotive products
- Familiarity with design, manufacturing, and assembly processes concerning interior trim components
- Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., CATIA V6, NX, Solidworks, etc.)
- CATIA V5 experience highly preferred, but not required
- Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
- Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record
What Hyundai Can Offer You:
- Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
- 100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
- Competitive Salaries
- A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
- Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
- Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Flexible Work Hours
Other Details:
- Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
- HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.