Engineer II-Mechanical

ZF LIFETEC; Gómez Palacio; Presencial; MXN 450.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Descripción de la vacante

ZF LIFETEC in Mexico seeks a Product and Applications Engineer II to drive design, development, validation and engineering activities for automotive applications. You will work with global teams, manage Windchill documentation, and ensure compliance with customer specs and industry standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical fields and 3–6 years of automotive experience, strong Creo CAD skills, GD&T knowledge, and proactive problem solving.

Formación

• Bachelor degree in mechanical, mechatronics, automotive engineering or related field.
• Typically 3–6 years of relevant automotive engineering experience.
• Experience independently executing engineering projects or product development activities.
• Strong 3D CAD modeling and drawings; Creo strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems and change management; Windchill preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T and mechanical design principles.
• Ability to work with global teams and interpret customer specifications.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, review, and improve automotive products and components to meet requirements.
• Create, modify, and release 2D drawings and 3D CAD models using Creo.
• Perform design evaluations, including dimensional analysis and GD&T.
• Coordinate engineering changes and manage documentation with Windchill.
• Support product validation, root cause analysis, and design optimization.
• Collaborate with global design teams and cross-functional partners.

Conocimientos

Creo proficiency

GD&T knowledge

English skills

Project execution

Global collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automotive Engineering or related field

Herramientas

Creo

Windchill

PLM systems

Descripción del empleo

Your journey to a meaningful career starts with ZF LIFETEC

General Description
The Product and Applications Engineer II will be responsible for executing and coordinating product design, development, validation, and engineering activities for automotive applications, ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements, engineering specifications, and applicable industry standards.

Tasks

Product Design and Development

• Independently develop, review, and improve automotive products and components to meet customer and engineering requirements.
• Create, modify, and release 2D drawings and 3D CAD models using PTC Creo.
• Perform technical design evaluations, including dimensional analysis, GD&T, and design feasibility assessments.
• Identify and implement product design improvements considering quality, manufacturability, performance, and cost.
• Evaluate technical requirements and develop engineering solutions for customer applications.
• Collaborate with global design teams on product development and technical issues.
• Coordinate and implement engineering changes, including change requests, drawing updates, BOM revisions, and deviations.
• Manage engineering documentation and change workflows using Windchill.
• Assess the impact of engineering changes on product performance, manufacturing processes, validation, and program timing.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and timely implementation of approved engineering changes.

Product Validation and Problem Solving

• Coordinate prototype development and product validation activities with testing laboratories and engineering teams.
• Review validation requirements, test plans, and technical test results.
• Analyze product failures and recommend corrective design actions.
• Lead technical investigations and support root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Support design verification activities to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate product performance and identify opportunities for design optimization.

Program and Customer Support

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct technical design reviews with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as an engineering contact for assigned product applications and technical issues.
• Support customer technical discussions and provide engineering recommendations.
• Coordinate engineering deliverables during product development, program launch, and serial production.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to resolve design-related production concerns.
• Work with suppliers and internal engineering teams to evaluate technical feasibility and implement product improvements.
• Track engineering activities, identify risks, escalated critical issues, and ensure timely closure of assigned deliverables.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve product designs, engineering processes, quality, and cost.
• Share technical knowledge and best practices across engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance and support to less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering standardization initiatives.
• Perform other engineering-related activities as assigned.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Typically 3–6 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in automotive product design, development, or applications engineering.
• Demonstrated experience independently executing engineering projects or product development activities.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings; PTC Creo strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of PLM systems and engineering change management; Windchill preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, dimensional analysis, and mechanical design principles.
• Experience with product validation, technical problem-solving, and engineering documentation.
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability principles.
• Familiarity with automotive quality and product development methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, and DFMEA.
• Ability to interpret customer specifications and develop appropriate technical solutions.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with global engineering teams.

• Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
• Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
• Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.