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Optimal

Product Body Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Plant Vehicle Team Engineer - Body / Vehicle Quality Engineering Position Overview: We are seeking a Plant Vehicle Team Engineer (PVTE) to support vehicle quality initiatives within an automotive ...

Optimal Inc.

Product Body Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Plant Vehicle Team Engineer - Body / Vehicle Quality Engineering Position Overview: We are seeking a Plant Vehicle Team Engineer (PVTE) to support vehicle quality initiatives within an automotive ...

Rivian Automotive LLC

Body System Engineer

Livonia, MI · On-site

Responsible for all body structure components (pillars and reinforcements), closures (structure, panels, hardware, seals, glazing, and all things door related), as well as exterior lighting, mirrors ...

Engie

Controls Engineer II

Iowa City, IA · On-site

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Engie

GU Operating Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

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Deltak Manufacturing Inc.

... Fire Truck Body Engineer, and CAD Drafter-Detailer with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD experience ... Applicants can call 225-435-7400 with any questions. Work Location: 39455 John Lanier Road, Walker ...

Deltak Manufacturing Inc.

... Fire Truck Body Engineer, and CAD Drafter-Detailer with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD experience ... Applicants can call 225-435-7400 with any questions. Work Location: 39455 John Lanier Road, Walker ...

Daimler

Paint & Body Project Engineer 3

Ladson, SC · On-site

Body Shop, Paint Shop, Assembly Shop, Battery etc) * For EE topics- ability to perform NISP Programming, Dimension 4 training, MoCa, Omnitracker, EE failure analysis, Specialized equipment (ex. Dyno ...

Engie

Sales Representative I_SLDS1G

Lombard, IL · On-site

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Engie

Sales Representative II_PJM

Lombard, IL · On-site

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How much do body engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for body engineer in the United States is $78,076.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a body engineer?

To thrive as a Body Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or automotive engineering, with expertise in vehicle body design and analysis often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software (such as CATIA or SolidWorks), finite element analysis (FEA) tools, and knowledge of industry standards are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are crucial for developing safe, innovative, and manufacturable vehicle body systems that meet both regulatory and customer expectations.

What are some common challenges faced by body engineers when collaborating with other departments during vehicle development?

Body Engineers often work closely with design, manufacturing, and safety teams to ensure the vehicle's body structure meets aesthetic, functional, and regulatory requirements. A common challenge is balancing innovative design requests with structural integrity and manufacturability constraints. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as Body Engineers must frequently negotiate trade-offs, address conflicting requirements, and ensure alignment across teams to deliver a high-quality product on schedule.

What does a body engineer do?

A body engineer designs, develops, and tests vehicle bodies, ensuring safety, durability, and compliance with industry standards. They work with materials, CAD software, and manufacturing processes to optimize vehicle structure and aesthetics, often collaborating with other engineering teams. Strong knowledge of engineering principles and attention to detail are essential in this role.
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Infographic showing various Body Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,076 per year, or $37.5 per hour.

Product Body Engineer

Optimal

Chicago, IL • On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Title:

Plant Vehicle Team Engineer - Body / Vehicle Quality Engineering

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Plant Vehicle Team Engineer (PVTE) to support vehicle quality initiatives within an automotive assembly plant environment.
This role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving vehicle quality issues using warranty data, plant investigations, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
This is a hands-on, plant-floor-focused role requiring close collaboration with manufacturing, supplier quality, and engineering teams to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze warranty claim data and customer feedback to identify failure trends, emerging issues, and high-impact quality concerns
  • Perform daily triage and binning of warranty claims into appropriate categories to support prioritization Conduct root cause investigations using plant-floor inspections, returned parts analysis, and cross-functional collaboration
  • Lead development and execution of: Interim Containment Actions (ICA) Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA)
  • Support assembly plant activities including: Stop Ships / Stop Builds Quality Campaigns and Audits Engineering Trials and Running Changes
  • Work directly on the plant floor to investigate build issues and validate corrective actions
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal engineering teams to resolve component and subsystem quality issues
  • Maintain and report on Vehicle Functional Group (VFG) quality metrics (Top 20 issues) Issue engineering alerts and documentation to support product changes and quality improvements
  • Present findings, status updates, and recommendations to cross-functional teams and leadership
Skills Required:
  • Technical Skills Strong experience with warranty data analysis: Excel (pivot tables, lookups, trend analysis, large dataset handling)
  • Ability to navigate CAD models (NX, CATIA, or similar) for: Part-to-part interface analysis
  • Root cause investigation (Note: Design ownership is not required, but functional CAD usage is essential)
  • Problem-Solving & Quality Tools Demonstrated experience using structured methodologies: 8D Problem Solving 5 Why Analysis Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams
  • Experience implementing: Interim Containment Actions (ICA) Permanent Corrective Actions (PCA)
  • Core Competencies Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-visibility plant setting
  • Effective cross-functional communication with engineering, production, and suppliers Ability to own issues end-to-end and drive them to closure
Experience Required:
  • 3+ years of experience in: Automotive manufacturing, OR Plant quality, product engineering, or warranty analysis roles
  • Hands-on experience in an OEM assembly plant environment is required Proven experience performing root cause analysis and driving issues to resolution in a production environment
Experience Preferred:
  • Automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier experience in: Body systems, closures, or vehicle structures
  • Experience with: PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter)
  • Warranty or quality tracking systems Prior involvement in launch support or running product changes
Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information:

Position is fully onsite.
Other applicable experience could be considered 100% onsite role within an automotive assembly plant
Requires regular time on the plant floor investigating active production issues

Hiring Manager is looking for strong candidates that have the following type of experience:
  • Seasoned Plant Quality Engineers.
  • Supplier Quality Engineers with assembly support
  • Resident Engineering experience
  • Manufacturing Quality Leads
  • Warranty Engineers
  • Launch Quality Engineers who have worked in a plant multiple years
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