Development Engineer

Autoliv; Unidad Habitacional CIDECO; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package

Recognition awards

Company events

Family events

University discount options

Gender Pay Equality

Job summary

Autoliv is seeking a Development Engineer to lead design, validation, and release of production seatbelt systems, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and internal standards. You will coordinate design changes, prepare drawings and BOM releases, and act as the technical interface with customers while working cross-functionally toward production launches.

Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, 2–5 years in automotive, strong GD&T, SPC, 8D problem solving, and advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years in automotive, in product design or engineering roles.
• Strong GD&T, SPC, and engineering specifications.
• Advanced English proficiency with strong technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, validation, and release of production seatbelt systems.
• Manage engineering design changes, including release of component drawings, assembly drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, supporting product development and relationship management.
• Plan, execute, and analyze DV/PV validation testing and document results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams from concept through production launch.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Job description

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Development Engineer.

In this role you will be responsible for leading the technical assessment, validation, and implementation of design changes, including drawing updates, document and BOM releases, supplier technical coordination, and the development and execution of validation plans and reports.

Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve:

• Lead the design, development, validation, and release of production seatbelt systems, ensuring compliance with customer and internal requirements.
• Manage engineering design changes, including the release of component drawings, assembly drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation through the Autoliv change management process.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, supporting product development, implementation activities, and relationship management.
• Plan, execute, and analyze DV/PV validation testing, documenting results and ensuring product performance, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Program Management, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Launch Engineering to support projects from concept through production launch.

If You Have/are

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably in product design, product development, or engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and engineering specifications.
• Proven experience in Root Cause Analysis methodologies and problem-solving tools, including 8D corrective action processes.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal), with strong technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and customer-facing environments.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!

What’s In It For You

• Attractive compensation package
• Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.
• Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.