Design Engineer
A leading engineering services firm specializing in automotive development, partnering with Rivian.• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams under the scrum framework, ensuring the on-time delivery of 4+major design projects annually.• Oversaw the implementation of engineering changes using the Enovia PLM tool, managing 6+ component designs per project to streamline vehicle development processes.• Designed and integrated 3D CAD assemblies for exterior trim parts, leading to successful component launches in 2+ vehicle models.• Achieved a $3.5 reduction in fastener costs per vehicle, enhancing the cost-efficiency of underbody shields.• Produced 2D drawings and assembly instruction documents with precise GD&T.• Optimized team productivity by reducing meeting times through effective scrum and agile practices, saving 2-3 hours weekly.• Benchmarked 10 different vehicles to develop a lightweight rear bumper system that increased vehicle mileage.• Drove the implementation of DFMEA on 3+ key projects, identifying and mitigating design risks early in the development phase, which led to a 15-20% reduction in post-launch defects and improved customer satisfaction scores.• Managed project aspects in line with vehicle safety and impact regulations, including AIS, FMVSS, ECE, and EURONCAP.