New 
Design Engineer - Closures Engineering
 Tata Consultancy Services | |
$80,000 - $90,000
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sick time, 401(k)
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 United States, Michigan, Warren | |
 Oct 30, 2026 | |
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Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills * Own CAD design of closure systems and components in Siemens NX / Teamcenter (or equivalent), including skins, inner panels, reinforcements, hardware interfaces, seals, glazing, and brackets. * Develop and maintain master sections and detailed engineering criteria for closures (hemming, gaps & flushness, sealing, latch/hinge axes, load paths, drain paths, etc.). * Perform styling feasibility for closure surfaces, proposing design solutions that balance aesthetic intent with engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory constraints. * Ensure designs meet manufacturability and stamping requirements (thickness, draw direction, splits, springback risk, joining strategy) by working closely with stamping/tooling and plant teams. * Define and maintain robust joining and attachment strategies (spot welds, SPR, FDS, structural adhesives, bolts, clips, weld nuts, sealers) to achieve structural, durability, and quality targets. * Coordinate virtual build and design integration activities (clashes, clearances, packaging of hinges/latches/strikers, sensors, wiring, and sealing) across Closures, Upper Structure, Exterior, and adjacent systems. * Support virtual validation / CAE by delivering analysis ready math, incorporating CAE feedback into design updates, and iterating to close issues (stiffness, modal, crash load paths, abuse load cases, etc.). * Closure hardware integration (hinges, latches, strikers, checks, bumpers, seals, glass, regulators). * Stamping & hemming processes and their impact on design. * Gap & flush, fit & finish, and dimensional robustness. * Regulatory and safety considerations affecting closures (e.g., impact zones, intrusion, corrosion/drainage). Roles & Responsibilities * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align designs with product requirements * Conduct prototyping, testing, and validation of closure designs * Use CAD and simulation tools to optimize closure performance. * Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, best practices, and sustainability goals. * Provide technical documentation and design specifications. Generic Managerial Skills, If any * Good communication, presentation skills * Good communication with cross-functional stakeholders. Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 per year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary: Discretionary Annual Incentive. Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans. Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves. Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection. Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement. Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays. Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. Location
Warren, MI
Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Engineer
ID
437846
Skills
Design
Salary Range
$80,000 - $90,000 Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE | |