Jr.Mechanical Design Engineer

Luxoft; Santiago de Querétaro; On-site; MXN 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxoft is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support automotive component development with emphasis on 3D modeling, surface design and product integration. The role requires strong CATIA V5 skills (GSD/Part Design) for plastic parts, plus GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and experience with injection molding.

Responsibilities include leading 3D design, validating drawings, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and milestones. A relevant engineering degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical design, preferably automotive.
• Advanced CATIA V5 skills focusing on GSD and Part Design for plastics.
• Strong GD&T knowledge per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Ability to analyze requirements, solve engineering problems, and meet timelines.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding, mold design, assembly tolerances, and finishing processes.
• Familiarity with FEA (static and modal) and basic thermal/optical analysis.
• Experience supporting product validation activities (DV, PV, leak testing, vibration, thermal cycling).
• Familiarity with FMVSS and ECE automotive lighting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer specifications and requirements per standards.
• Lead 3D design and development of mechanical components and assemblies with CATIA V5 (GSD/Part Design).
• Develop and optimize plastic components for injection molding and manufacturing.
• Create and validate 2D engineering drawings per standards.
• Conduct GD&T analysis per ASME Y14.5 and tolerance stack-up studies.
• Assess design feasibility regarding assembly, tooling, and processes.
• Support structural, modal, and preliminary thermal analyses as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product integration.
• Prepare technical justifications, design reviews and documentation.
• Identify risks and propose design solutions to complex issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and guide the design team.
• Ensure deliverables meet customer expectations and project milestones.

Skills

Mechanical design

CATIA V5

GD&T

3D design

ASME Y14.5

FEA

Tolerance analysis

Injection molding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5 (GSD/Part Design)

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development of automotive components, with a focus on 3D modeling, surface design, mechanical part design, and product integration. The ideal candidate will have experience with CATIA V5, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and mechanical design principles, preferably within the automotive industry.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze customer specifications, technical requirements, and applicable engineering standards.
• Lead the 3D design and development of mechanical components and assemblies using CATIA V5, including Generative Shape Design (GSD) and Part Design.
• Develop and optimize plastic components, ensuring feasibility for injection molding and manufacturing.
• Create and validate 2D engineering drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
• Perform GD&T analysis according to ASME Y14.5 and conduct tolerance stack-up studies.
• Evaluate design feasibility considering assembly, tooling, manufacturing processes, finishing, and product integration.
• Perform or support structural, modal, and preliminary thermal analyses as required.
• Collaborate with optical, electronic, manufacturing, quality, and project teams to ensure product integration.
• Prepare technical justifications, design reviews, and engineering documentation.
• Identify technical risks, propose design solutions, and drive resolution of complex engineering issues.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the design team.
• Ensure deliverables meet customer expectations, quality standards, and project milestones.

Mandatory Skills Description:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• experience in mechanical design, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Advanced proficiency in CATIA V5, particularly Generative Shape Design (GSD) and Part Design for plastic components.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Ability to analyze technical requirements, solve engineering problems, and deliver design solutions within project timelines.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molding, mold design, assembly tolerances, and finishing processes such as metallization, aluminization, and coatings.
• Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), including static and modal analysis.
• Basic understanding of thermal and optical analysis.
• Experience supporting product validation activities, including Design Validation (DV), Product Validation (PV), leak testing, vibration testing, and thermal cycling.
• Familiarity with FMVSS and ECE automotive lighting requirements