Job title: Closures Engineer
Job details
* Location: Windsor, ON
* Work location: On site
* Salary: $42.00–$46.50 per hour
* Terms of employment: Full time
* Starts as soon as possible
* Vacancies: 1
* Source: indeed.com
Overview
We are seeking a Closures Engineer to lead all Closures commodities (Doors-in-White, Hoods, Fenders, Static & Dynamic Sealing, Liftgates) across the full vehicle lifecycle. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure program success from concept through launch and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
* Guide vehicle design with Product Planning and Design Office teams to ensure feasible technical solutions.
* Establish and track Cost, Weight, and Investment (CWI) targets early in program development.
* Oversee supplier sourcing, design release, and tooling readiness.
* Manage Closures system/component test plans, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
* Provide launch support at assembly plants and ensure successful supplier integration.
* Address post-launch warranty and quality issues with exterior trim and Closures systems.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
* 5+ years of engineering design and development experience.
* Proven ability to lead complex projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.
* Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with design, development, or release of Closures components (sheet metal, plastics, sealing).
* Familiarity with DFSS, DFMEA, and validation testing.
* Experience leading engineering teams to meet quality, fit/finish, functional, and CWI objectives.
* Excellent communication and project leadership skills.
* Strong background in automotive engineering or manufacturing.
* Demonstrated problem-solving ability.
* Ability to travel to the US for business meetings.
Notes
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