Perceived Quality Engineer - Automotive Design & Craftsmanship
Carson · Troy, MI · 5+ years experience · Full-time · Posted Oct 5, 2026
At a glance
- Experience
- 5+ years experience
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Carson · Troy, MI
About the role
- Perceived Quality Engineer is a key role within the Studio Craftsmanship team and is largely responsible for the design execution of our products live up to our brand’s commitment to our customers.
- This role touches all areas of the design and development process and directly affects the product and customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive master deck outlining specifications for all visible part interfaces and ensure alignment between Studio and Engineering inputs.
- Define fit and finish targets, coordinate cross-functional teams, and guide Interior and Exterior & Accessory developments based on program requirements.
- Recommend alternative surface designs, cutlines, and interface solutions to the Design Studio to achieve improved perceived quality using proven methods.
- Provide the CAS team with guidance on minimum section requirements based on material properties and manufacturing processes.
- Conduct competitor vehicle benchmarking relevant to project objectives and deliver detailed analyses to engineering and design teams.
- Lead issue identification and resolution efforts during prototype builds.
- Convert feasibility requirements into clear and actionable direction for the Studio team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's in Engineering or technical discipline
- 5+ years’ experience with Perceived Quality Standards at a global Automotive company.
- Minimum of 2 full program cycle experience from concept to production launch in automotive Exterior and Interior Components and Systems.
- Knowledge of part and assembly tolerance stack analysis.
- Proficient+ experience in Catia or similar CAD software.
- Proficient understanding of GD&T.
- Strong competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding/DFM, and GD&T.
- Strong statistical awareness and vision of what high quality looks like.
- Strong understanding of the material impact on overall craftsmanship and perceived quality.
- Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment.
Preferred qualifications
- Masters preferred.
- Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gauges is preferred
Workplace
- Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace and all candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.
Skills
- Catia
- GD&T
- DFM
- CAD
