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A typical Interior Trims Design Engineer (CATIA) Job Description in the automotive industry (including companies like RNTBCI, OEMs, and Tier-1 suppliers) looks like this:
Job Title
Design Engineer – Interior Trim (CATIA V5)
Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop interior trim components such as:
Instrument Panel (IP)
Door Trims
Center Console
Pillar Trims (A/B/C)
Headliner
Garnish parts
Glove Box
Floor Console
Create 3D models and 2D drawings using CATIA V5 (Part Design, Assembly Design, Generative Shape Design, Drafting).
Develop components according to OEM design standards and packaging requirements.
Perform feasibility studies, packaging analysis, and interference (clash) checks.
Design plastic parts considering manufacturing guidelines such as:
Draft angles
Wall thickness
Ribs
Bosses
Snap-fits
Heat stakes
Locating features
Coordinate with CAE, manufacturing, tooling, purchasing, and suppliers.
Implement Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
Participate in design reviews and ensure timely release of CAD data.
Support prototype builds and production issue resolution.
Required Skills
Strong proficiency in CATIA V5.
Knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings.
Understanding of injection molding and plastic part design.
Familiarity with automotive interior systems and trim attachment methods.
Knowledge of tolerance stack-up and DFMEA is an advantage.
Experience with PLM tools such as Teamcenter or ENOVIA is desirable.
Preferred Qualifications
B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, or Production Engineering.
Typically 2–8 years of experience in automotive interior trim design.
Common Interview Topics
CATIA V5 Part Design, Assembly Design, GSD, and Drafting.
Plastic design rules (draft, ribs, bosses, snap-fits).
Dog house, heat stake, screw boss, and locator design.
Master sections and packaging concepts.
GD&T basics.
Engineering change management.
Injection molding process and common defects.
Interior trim attachment methods and material selection (e.g., PP, ABS, PC-ABS, TPO).
This is a standard JD aligned with automotive interior trim design roles that require CATIA expertise.
