AXLE Design Engineer

ALTEN Mexico; Mexico; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Mexico is seeking an experienced RWD Concept Engineer to drive feasibility and design of rear-wheel drive systems for electric vehicles. You will evaluate FWD vs. RWD trade-offs, design rear axles, and ensure integration with suspension, chassis and battery teams.

This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to lead cross-functional work, document assumptions and interfaces, support prototyping and testing, and present decision-support materials for leadership reviews.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in driveline, axle, or vehicle architecture design (automotive/EV preferred).
• Expertise in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE for 3D modeling and assembly.
• Experience with driveline simulation tools (AVL Cruise, CarSim) and durability analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex engineering trade-offs.
• Fluent English (technical writing and presentation skills).
• Management skills: ability to lead small teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage project timelines.
• Experience with EV skateboard architectures or modular driveline systems.
• Knowledge of NVH considerations in driveline design.
• Familiarity with FMEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility studies for RWD vs. FWD configurations, including axle durability, shaft angles, and packaging constraints.
• Develop detailed designs for rear axles, half-shafts, and driveline components.
• Collaborate with chassis, thermal, and battery teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Create decision-support materials (trade-off matrices, risk assessments) for leadership reviews.
• Document assumptions, interfaces, and dependencies to guide engineering decisions.
• Support prototyping and testing of RWD concepts.

Skills

Driveline design

Axle design

Vehicle architecture

CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE

Driveline simulation tools

Durability analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

English fluency

Leadership

EV skateboard architecture

NVH considerations

FMEA familiarity

Tools

AVL Cruise

CarSim

Job description

In ALTEN we are looking for an RWD Concept Engineer to drive the feasibility and design of rear-wheel drive systems for electric vehicles. You will evaluate FWD vs. RWD trade-offs, design rear axles, and ensure integration with suspension, chassis, and battery systems. This role is critical for defining the vehicle's traction architecture and requires a strong analytical mindset and cross-functional collaboration.

• Lead feasibility studies for RWD vs. FWD configurations, including axle durability, shaft angles, and packaging constraints.
• Develop detailed designs for rear axles, half-shafts, and driveline components.
• Collaborate with chassis, thermal, and battery teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Create decision-support materials (trade-off matrices, risk assessments) for leadership reviews.
• Document assumptions, interfaces, and dependencies to guide engineering decisions.
• Support prototyping and testing of RWD concepts.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in driveline, axle, or vehicle architecture design (automotive/EV preferred).
• Expertise in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE (mandatory for 3D modeling and assembly).
• Experience with driveline simulation tools (AVL Cruise, CarSim) and durability analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex engineering trade-offs.
• Fluent English (technical writing and presentation skills).
• Management skills: Ability to lead small teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage project timelines.
• Experience with EV skateboard architectures or modular driveline systems.
• Knowledge of NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) considerations in driveline design.
• Familiarity with FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).