Principal Design Engineer- 1st Shift - On site - Aeroestructuras

Prattwhitney; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 1,575,906 - 2,276,309; Full time

Job summary

RTX in Mexicali seeks an experienced Design Engineer to lead complex structural design projects for aerospace nacelle structures, ensuring compliance with certification standards and program objectives.

You will develop high‑quality 3D models and drawings in CATIA V5, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust engineering solutions. Advanced English is required and a U.S. visa is necessary.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Advanced English proficiency (spoken and written).
• Proven experience creating 3D structural models using CATIA V5.
• Valid U.S. Visa.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex structural design projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, certification requirements, and program objectives.
• Develop high‑quality 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using CATIA V5.
• Support the design and development of nacelle structures for future aircraft platforms, including conceptual design and feasibility studies.
• Lead RCCA activities to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Provide mentorship and technical oversight to junior and mid‑level engineers.

Skills

Advanced English

Education

Engineering degree

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Overview

The Design Engineering team is responsible for developing innovative and reliable engineering solutions for aerospace components, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, ergonomics, and productivity standards. The department works collaboratively with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to deliver optimized designs that meet customer requirements, support production processes, and drive continuous improvement through problem‑solving and engineering excellence.

What You Will Do

• Lead and execute complex structural design projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, certification requirements, and program objectives.
• Develop high‑quality 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using advanced CAD tools.
• Support the design and development of advanced nacelle structures for future aircraft platforms, including conceptual design, feasibility studies, and technology maturation.
• Lead and participate in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to identify, analyze, and resolve internal and external quality issues.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical oversight to junior and mid‑level engineers, fostering growth and ensuring high‑quality engineering output.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Stress, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Operations and Program Management teams.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations, reviews, and documentation for internal and external customers.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience.
• Advanced English proficiency (spoken and written).
• Proven experience creating 3D structural models using CATIA V5.
• Valid U.S. Visa.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or aerospace engineering.
• Experience with GD&T practices, tolerance stack‑ups, root cause analysis, design for manufacturability principles, and relevant aerospace industry standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects and drive engineering solutions with minimal supervision.
• Self‑driven, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.