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5002 Body Design & Release Engineer SR
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Senior Body Design & Release Engineer responsible for engineering, design, development, timing, and production release of automotive body-in-white, closures, exterior systems, and related electrical components.
About this role
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.
The Body D&R Engineer will be responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing and production release for some of the following functions: Body-in-white / Body closure sheet metal and hinging / Fascia/bumper / Underbody shield and Wheel liners / Cladding & flares / Body exterior (moldings, badges, decals and vents) / Front Lighting / EE & Signal Lighting / Fixed Glass/ Wipers /Fuel Door components /systems from initial design concept through full volume production.
Requirements
Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent
5-8 yrs of engineering automotive component experience designing and developing on the following: Body in White, Closures, or Exterior Systems
'• Experience designing and developing on the following: --->Body in White, Closures, or Exterior Systems
• CAD experience with Unigraphics NX, Catia V5 and Teamcenter in a production release environment BIW (Body in White)
• Knowledgeable regarding high strength steels/ aluminum forming processes, weld parameters and GD&T
• 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
• Knowledge and experience with composites and composite production processes
• Release experience in both Mechanical and electrical components
• Working knowledge of designing for EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) design/prevention
• Prior exposure to automotive lighting specifications and standards an asset; electronics specifications
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and/or Reactive Green/Black Belt
• BIW in-plant launch experience
• Experience designing and developing injection molding, painting, and decorating plastic Class A components
• CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) knowledge
• Experience leading technical teams successfully across varied levels of management and between OEM and supply base
• Experience regularly presenting to upper management for issue resolution decisions
• 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
If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for body design engineering, 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.
English advanced.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
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