Senior Design Engineer - Interiors (Torrance, CA) **About Singer** We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations. **Senior Design Engineer - Interiors** **Position Summary** Under general leadership, the Senior Design Engineer will design, release, and implement new parts and assemblies with supporting documentation to improve existing products in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.” The design engineering role is responsible for understanding requirements for new components or systems, designing to those requirements, and bringing those parts to production. _This is an onsite role in Torrance, CA._ _We are seeking an engineer with carbon fiber experience._ **Essential Duties** + Conceptualizes and creates mechanical designs using design software SolidWorks and/or Catia V5 for new products used in late model air cooled Porsches + Ability to understand and design around packaging environment, mounting strategy and load conditions of automotive components and systems, even with little information + Ability to plan and execute part evaluations on vehicle, and component or system validation plans + Interfaces with and manages suppliers to execute project deliverables + Collaborates with global Design and Production Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Production teams + Plans, executes, and initiates process improvement (such as Lean or Six Sigma) + Evaluates existing drawings and 3D models of assemblies and processes + Develops testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs + Creates working prototypes for first article fit and function testing + Reviews and approves 3D models and 2D drawings and specifications created by junior engineers + Complete documentation to track project development and design process + Ensures projects are on time and within budget + Identifies indicators for improvement and cost reduction opportunities + Creates product introduction materials; work instructions, exploded view parts manuals, etc. + Performs all other duties as assigned **Qualifications:** Required Education/Experience + Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering with automotive, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering emphasis + Minimum of 10 years of mechanical design & drafting experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, Catia, or equivalent + Experience in automotive industry + Experience in engineering development process and design and release of components and systems Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications + Master’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering with automotive, mechanical, manufacturing, or industrial engineering emphasis + Experience and capabilities with surface modeling + Experience with data management systems **Skills/Abilities and Attributes** + Strong knowledge and experience in automotive design process, including creating requirements, design, manufacturability and releasing + Ability to solve complex problems with design constraints and deliver optimized solutions for function, cost, timing and manufacturing + Ability to create 2D drawings and 3D models of advanced mechanical components and assemblies + Understanding of customer expectations for luxury, high performance vehicles + Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, especially the ability to synthesize large amounts of data involving multiple variables into action plan + Demonstrated ability to lead a project through completion and meet deadlines + Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complicated issues to a wider audience + Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines + Knowledge of Pareto Analysis, Root Cause, Corrective Action, or related strongly preferred + Understanding of design for manufacturability as it applies to DFMEA concepts + Proficient working with PowerPoint, Excel, or similar data analysis software + Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving the total cost equation + Willingness and ability to learn and use new test equipment such as 3D scanners, 3D printers, data acquisition systems + Knowledge of air cooled and turbo Porsche vehicles a plus **Physical Demands/Work Environment** + Ability to travel for work via commercial airplane as required + Must be able to work in a seated, standing, and/or walking position for extended periods + Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for long periods of time + Must have ability to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person and by telephone + As required, must maintain a valid California Driver’s License with a good driving record and appropriate insurance limits and/or be insurable under the Singer’s company vehicle insurance policy **Compensation** The starting salary range for this position is between $111,600 - $139,500 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training. **Benefits** Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company. **Equal Employment Opportunity** We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.    Department: Engineering This is a non-management position This is a full-time position