Staff Lead Engineer Engineer – Interior Cockpit (Automotive Interiors)

Location: Hybrid in Warren, Michigan, United States; reporting to the specified location at least 3 times per week. Travel required up to 25%. The role is not eligible for relocation benefits.

Company

hirify.global develops vehicles, mobility technologies, battery systems, software, safety features, and connected transportation experiences.

What you will do

• Lead the design, development, and launch of interior cockpit systems, including instrument panels, floor consoles, decorative trim, and interior lighting.
• Mentor engineers and strengthen technical rigor, execution discipline, and delivery performance.
• Improve materials, manufacturing processes, and system architecture to enhance quality, manufacturability, cost, and speed.
• Lead resolution of complex, high-visibility technical challenges and support urgent issue resolution when required.
• Manage multiple programs and priorities while influencing cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and global partners during builds and program support activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• At least 8 years of experience in interior systems, such as instrument panels, floor consoles, decorative trim, or interior lighting.
• Expertise in injection-molded trim, foam-in-place, thermoformed skins, and cut-and-sew wrapped substrates.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory, performance, and validation requirements.
• Demonstrated success launching interior subsystems through SOP, with strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future GM immigration sponsorship is required. The role also requires regular legal operation of a motor vehicle and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• 10 or more years of experience in interior systems.
• Design release or manufacturing engineering experience.
• DFSS Master Black Belt or DFSS Black Belt certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on next-generation vehicle interiors and customer experiences.
• Culture focused on innovation, speed, engineering excellence, inclusion, and belonging.
• Employee well-being and total rewards benefits are provided.
• Travel for builds, supplier engagement, and program support is part of the role.

Hiring process

• Applicants may complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screening where applicable.