Senior Body Design and Release Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Mexico.

📋 Description

• Accountable for the engineering, design, development, timing, and production release of various functions, including Body-in-white, Body closure sheet metal and hinging, Fascia/bumper, Underbody shield and Wheel liners, Cladding & flares, Body exterior components (such as moldings, badges, decals, and vents), Front Lighting, EE & Signal Lighting, Fixed Glass, Wipers, and Fuel Door components/systems, from initial design concepts to full-volume production.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5-8 years of experience in engineering automotive components, focusing on designing and developing Body in White, Closures, or Exterior Systems.

• Proficient in CAD software including Unigraphics NX, Catia V5, and Teamcenter within a production release environment for Body in White (BIW).

• Familiar with high strength steels and aluminum forming processes, weld parameters, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Experience collaborating with OEMs or suppliers on design and release processes.

• Knowledge of Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and validation plans.

• Ability to create and edit Bills of Materials (BoMs).

• Knowledge and experience with composites and their production processes.

• Experience with the release of both mechanical and electrical components.

• Understanding of designing for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) prevention.

• Prior experience with automotive lighting specifications and standards is advantageous, along with electronics specifications.

• Familiarity with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and/or Reactive Green/Black Belt methodologies.

• Experience with in-plant launch activities related to Body in White.

• Proven track record in designing and developing injection molding, painting, and decorating Class A plastic components.

• Knowledge of CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) principles.

• Experience in leading technical teams effectively across various management levels and between OEMs and suppliers.

• Regularly presents to upper management for decision-making regarding issue resolutions.

• Knowledge or experience with CAN/LIN bus systems and circuit analysis.

• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).

• Familiarity with CATIA V5 is a plus.

• Understanding of Casting and Injection Molding processes is a plus.

• Willingness to travel; a valid passport and visa are preferable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision).

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity).

• Training & Development opportunities.

• Wellness Resources.