Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent., 2-3 years of experience in designing and developing chassis components or systems., Proficiency in CAD software such as Unigraphics NX and Catia V5, along with experience in Teamcenter., Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation plans, as well as experience with physical system testing of structural components..

Key responsabilities:

Review and validate exterior trim and cladding systems for aesthetic and functional integration.

Coordinate and oversee material and component validation tests to ensure compliance with aerodynamic requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure manufacturability and quality standards of components.

Manage the release of components into production and implement process optimizations for cost reduction.

Job description

We are ALTEN Mexico, a leading engineering company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. With a dedicated team of over 250 professionals, we cater to various industries including Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & Insurance, Telecom & Multimedia, and Rail. We offer comprehensive services ranging from project design development to test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing. ALTEN Mexico is a subsidiary of the ALTEN Group, a global leader in engineering and technology consulting.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Chassis Design & Release Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Chassis Design & Release Engineer, you will be responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing and production release of chassis components. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate design and development of chassis systems, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the design and release processes.

If you have a passion for automotive engineering and possess strong analytical skills, this is an excellent opportunity to join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge chassis systems.

Activities:

Component Review and Validation:

Review and validate Exterior Trim Aero/Cladding systems, including wheel arch claddings, side skirts, roof spoilers, aero deflectors, spats, air dams, wheel flares, and wheel liners.
Ensure the aesthetic and functional integration of the components with the vehicle design.

Management of Validations and Technical Requirements:

Coordinate and oversee material and component validation tests.
Ensure compliance with aerodynamic requirements and air flow management.
Evaluate and mitigate risks using tools such as DFMEA, DVP&R, and validations.
Provide feedback on design feasibility based on concepts from the Product Design Office (PDO), sketches, and clay models.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams and Suppliers:

Coordinate packaging with the Product Design Office, Vehicle Development, Exterior & Body Engineering, and other adjacent teams (electromechanical, electrical, lighting, trim).
Work with internal teams and suppliers to ensure the manufacturability of the components.
Ensure that the design aligns with manufacturing and quality standards.

Use of Review Tools and Data Management:

Review and modify information in NX (modeling, surfacing, packaging, and integration).
Manage information in Teamcenter and update engineering documentation.
Coordinate the release of completed geometry in NX Teamcenter CAD tools.

Component Launch and Release:

Coordinate the release of components into production, ensuring compliance with manufacturing processes.
Manage engineering changes and update the BoM (Bill of Materials).

Process Optimization and Cost Reduction:

Implement improvements in materials, manufacturing processes, and production costs.
Conduct benchmarking studies to identify optimization opportunities.
Participate in initiatives for weight reduction, cost savings, and manufacturing efficiency.

Production Support and Quality Monitoring:

Resolve technical issues on the production floor during the launch and series production.
Ensure the quality of components and propose improvements based on defect analysis.

Monitoring and Reporting:

Present technical progress and validation reports to engineering management.
Coordinate technical meetings with suppliers and internal teams.
Communicate the technical status of the product to management.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent

2-3 yrs of engineering experiencedesigning and developing on the following: Chassis components, Chassis structural parts, Steering systems, Suspension systems or overall Chassis (components or systems).

'• Experience designing and developing on the following: --> Chassis components, Chassis structural parts, Steering systems, Suspension systems or overall Chassis (components or systems).

• CAD experience with Unigraphics NX, Catia V5 and Teamcenter in vehicle packaging and design of components.

• Previous experience with the design, validation and manufacturing of stamped steel components, welded assemblies, and castings is desired.

• Knowledgeable regarding high strength steels/ aluminum forming processes, weld parameters and GD&T

• Knowledge and experience with composites and composite production processes

• Experience with OEM or supplier on design and release

• Experience/knowledge with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and validation plans

• BoM’s creation and edition

• Previous experience and knowledge of physical system testing of structural components.

• Experience with component and system design, development and validation including system level bench testing and vehicle level testing for steering systems

• Technical understanding of virtual design of structural components - CAE for Fatigue and strength modelling.

• Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and/or Reactive Green/Black Belt

• BIW in-plant launch experience is a plus

• CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) knowledge

• Knowledge or experience of CAN/LIN bus and circuit analysis

• Excellent MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)

• CATIA V5 knowledge is a plus

• Knowledge of Casting and Injection Molding processes is a plus

• Possibility of traveling, valid passport, and visa preferable

Intermediate - Advanced English

If you are ambitious, detail-oriented, and eager to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us at ALTEN Mexico and be a part of our team that is shaping the future of automotive technology.

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