Jr. Closures DRE

SEGULA Technologies; Toluca; Hybrid; MXN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies Mexico is seeking a motivated Junior Closures Engineer to own the design of vehicle closures—doors, hoods, tailgates, latches, and weather seals. This hybrid role offers work from home with collaborative office days in Mexico City or Toluca, State of Mexico.

Ideal candidates are fresh graduates or early-career engineers with hands-on university project experience (Formula SAE, Baja) who want hands‑on ownership over closure systems and rapid design iterations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, Materials Engineering, or related fields.
• 0–3 years of automotive design, internships, or competition experience are welcome.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD tools like CATIA V5/V6, NX, or SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine CAD models for vehicle closures (doors, hood, tailgate, hinges, latches, weatherstripping, actuators).
• Collaborate with BiW, Exterior Trim, Sealing, and Manufacturing teams to resolve fit-and-finish challenges.
• Perform basic structural, kinematic, and clearance analyses to ensure zero interference during operation.
• Participate in prototype testing and analyze root causes for sealing or latching issues.
• Apply 8D and 5-Why methodologies to fix assembly and durability challenges.

Skills

English

Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Automotive/Materials Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Junior Closures Engineer

Location: Mexico City or Toluca, State of Mexico (Hybrid: Flex work from home + collaborative office/lab days)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: 0–3 Years

Drive the Future of Automotive Design

Ever paid attention to the crisp thud of a luxury car door closing? Or the effortless movement of an automated power liftgate? That’s the magic of Closures Engineering—where precision mechanisms meet sleek automotive aesthetics.

We are looking for a passionate, dynamic Junior Closures Engineer to join our fast-paced Engineering team. Whether you are a fresh graduate with hands‑on university team experience (Formula SAE, Baja) or an early‑career engineer looking to level up, this role gives you real ownership over vehicle doors, hoods, tailgates, latches, and sealing systems for next‑generation mobility.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Innovate: Create and refine CAD models for vehicle closures (doors, hood, tailgate, hinges, latches, weatherstripping, and actuators).
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with Body-in-White (BiW), Exterior Trim, Sealing, and Manufacturing teams to resolve fit-and-finish and clearance challenges.
• Simulate & Analyze: Perform basic structural, kinematic, and clearance investigations (GD&T, tolerance stacks) to ensure zero interference during operation.
• Prototype & Validate: Participate in physical vehicle testing, reviewing prototypes, analyzing root causes for sealing or latching issues, and pushing for rapid design iterations.
• Drive Quality: Leverage Problem‑Solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why) to fix real‑world assembly and durability challenges.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, Materials Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience: 0 to 3 years of experience in automotive design, mechanical design internships, or engineering student competitions (Formula SAE, Baja, Hyperloop, etc.).
• CAD Fundamentals: Hands‑on exposure to 3D CAD tools (e.g., CATIA V5/V6, NX, or SolidWorks).
• Engineering Principles: Understanding of sheet metal forming, injection molding, kinematics, or basic material strength.
• Language Skills: Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
• Mindset: Curiosity, self-drive, and a desire to see your designs on the road.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Exposure to GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes (stamping, welding, bonding, assembly).
• Familiarity with door mechanisms, latches, motors, or weather seals.