Automotive Engineer (Charleston)

TRC's client, located near Savannah GA, has several direct hire opportunities for Quality Engineering professionals to join their team!
They are seeking individuals with varying levels of experience from Specialist to Assistant Manager.

This opportunity is with an Automotive industry world leader offering great benefits and strong long-term growth potential.

The Automotive Engineer is responsible for the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of automotive systems and components. This role collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective vehicle solutions that meet performance, regulatory, and customer requirements.


Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate automotive systems, components, or subsystems
• Support vehicle or component development from concept through production launch
• Create and review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Conduct analysis, simulation, testing, and validation activities to ensure performance and compliance
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and scalable
• Work with suppliers on component development, sourcing, and technical issue resolution
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality, warranty, or field issues
• Ensure compliance with applicable automotive standards, regulations, and safety requirements
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of engineering experience in an automotive or related manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of automotive systems, components, and development processes
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks) and engineering documentation
• Familiarity with automotive quality systems and standards (IATF 16949, ISO, APQP)
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills

TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.