JD10 BIW Upper Body (3-5)

Alten Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global aerospace clients

Dynamic, innovation-driven environment

Continuous learning and career growth

Inclusive and collaborative workplace

Job summary

ALTEN India is seeking a BIW Design Engineer in Chennai to design and develop BIW upper body and underbody systems. You will create 3D CATIA models, apply GD&T, and manage PLM data within 3DEXPERIENCE and ENOVIA. Collaboration with manufacturing, safety, CAE and quality teams is essential to ensure compliant, robust designs.

The role requires BE/B.Tech or ME in mechanical engineering with 3–5 years of BIW experience and willingness to work full-time on-site in Chennai.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of BIW design experience.
• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or ME.
• Based in Chennai with full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop BIW upper body systems and underbody components.
• Create 3D models and engineering drawings using CATIA V5/V6.
• Apply GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing methods during design.
• Manage data with PLM systems (3DEXPERIENCE and ENOVIA).
• Collaborate with manufacturing, safety, CAE, and quality teams.
• Support design reviews, analyses, and validation activities.

Skills

BIW design

CATIA V5/V6

GD&T

Tolerancing

PLM systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3DEXPERIENCE

ENOVIA

Job description

• Design and develop BIW upper body systems, including roof, side body outer and inner panels, A/B/C pillars, and sill assemblies.
• Design and develop BIW underbody systems, such as floor assembly, rear panels, longitudinal members, dash panels, and seat cross members.
• Create and modify sheet metal components in compliance with design specifications, manufacturability, and performance requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of master sections, GD&T, tolerancing, manufacturing methods, and assembly processes during design development.
• Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD tools, primarily CATIA V5/V6.
• Utilize PLM systems such as 3DEXPERIENCE and ENOVIA to manage product data and design releases.
• Manage BIW interfaces, packaging constraints, and dimensional clearances across vehicle systems.
• Maintain product structures, BOMs, and part releases within PLM environments.
• Apply in-depth understanding of materials and manufacturing processes used in BIW structures.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, safety, CAE, and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with automotive BIW design standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Support structural analysis and simulation requirements to validate design performance and durability.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and preparation of engineering documentation.
• Support BIW testing and validation activities to drive continuous design improvements.
• Perform benchmarking studies of competitor designs and materials and propose innovative design solutions.
• Demonstrate strong communication, coordination, and teamwork skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.

BIW Upper Body

Job Description

• Design and develop BIW upper body systems, including roof, side body outer and inner panels, A/B/C pillars, and sill assemblies.
• Design and develop BIW underbody systems, such as floor assembly, rear panels, longitudinal members, dash panels, and seat cross members.
• Create and modify sheet metal components in compliance with design specifications, manufacturability, and performance requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of master sections, GD&T, tolerancing, manufacturing methods, and assembly processes during design development.
• Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using CAD tools, primarily CATIA V5/V6.
• Utilize PLM systems such as 3DEXPERIENCE and ENOVIA to manage product data and design releases.
• Manage BIW interfaces, packaging constraints, and dimensional clearances across vehicle systems.
• Maintain product structures, BOMs, and part releases within PLM environments.
• Apply in-depth understanding of materials and manufacturing processes used in BIW structures.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, safety, CAE, and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with automotive BIW design standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Support structural analysis and simulation requirements to validate design performance and durability.
• Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and preparation of engineering documentation.
• Support BIW testing and validation activities to drive continuous design improvements.
• Perform benchmarking studies of competitor designs and materials and propose innovative design solutions.
• Demonstrate strong communication, coordination, and teamwork skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Experience:

3-5 Years

Education:

BE or Master in Mechanical or Relevant

Employment

Full Time

Location:

Chennai (Chengalpattu)

Why Join ALTEN India?

• Opportunity to work with leading global aerospace clients.
• Dynamic, innovation-driven environment with exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
• Continuous learning and career growth opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.