Vehicle Glass Integration DRE (NX/Teamcenter)
Do you thrive at the intersection of design release, CAD rigor, and OEM collaboration?
Is this you?
- Youโre fluent in Unigraphics/NX, comfortable in Teamcenter, and unfazed by complex GD&T.
- You can lead DFMEA and design reviews that result in crisp decisions and clean actions.
- You enjoy negotiating specs and tolerances with OEMs and translating them into releasable data.
- You switch contexts easily: one day on a plant floor, the next at an OEM build event, then back at a test facility validating performance.
What youโll tackle
- Own DRE responsibilities for fixed glass and door glass systems, applying Carlex and OEM design guidelines.
- Drive programs from SOR award through launch and ongoing maintenance, coordinating internal/external stakeholders.
- Create and release full-solid CAD models and 2D/3D datasets; approve designer outputs for assemblies and components.
- Lead DFMEA and structured design reviews; document and present outcomes to the program team, OEM, and internal CFT.
- Serve as the technical conduit among Carlex plants, suppliers, and the OEM customer.
- Negotiate technical specifications, tolerance schemes, and alternative design proposals with OEM engineering.
- Support prototyping at glass, value-add, and component facilities; support pre-production and production builds at OEM sites.
- Provide on-site support at OEM facilities, off-site design locations, designated test centers, and vehicle assembly plants.
- Lead PDTs with OEM partners and internally with Program Management.
Experience & credentials
- Bachelorโs degree (or equivalent) in Design/Engineering.
- 5+ years in automotive product development; glazing experience is a plus.
- 5+ years in automotive product design and GD&T using CAD tools (Unigraphics/NX required; CATIA a plus).
- Background with major automotive OEMs preferred; Teamcenter exposure is a plus.
- Previous experience with General Motors design and engineering release systems.
Working style & skills
- Advanced/intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint).
- Hands-on problem solver with strong analytical chops.
- Clear communicator and collaborative teammate who finds common ground fast.
- Dependable, driven, and aligned with Carlex values: Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence, Trust.
Logistics
- Valid driverโs license required for business travel.
- Reliable transportation required.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Occasional overtime, including some weekends/holidays, may be needed to meet program milestones.
Legal notice Other Requirements:
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.