Automotive Aftermarket Design Engineer II

Texas Speed & Performance; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work environment

Job summary

Texas Speed & Performance is seeking a Design Engineer II to lead the design and development of aftermarket automotive performance products from concept through production. You will apply engineering principles to create innovative, manufacturable, and validated designs.

Collaboration across testing, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and production teams is essential, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of professional mechanical design experience.
• Advanced SolidWorks proficiency.
• Strong GD&T, manufacturing drawings, and processes knowledge.
• Strong understanding of automotive systems including engine, drivetrain, suspension, braking, and exhaust.
• Ability to independently research technical problems and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new aftermarket products using SolidWorks, including 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through production release while maintaining schedule and project objectives.
• Apply engineering principles to optimize product performance, durability, and cost.
• Perform reverse engineering using 3D scanning, CMM, CAD modeling, and physical measurements.
• Develop and execute product validation plans including vehicle testing, durability testing, and performance evaluations.
• Review prototype and production components to verify design intent and manufacturing quality.
• Collaborate with purchasing and suppliers to support manufacturability, sourcing, and product launch.
• Support technicians during prototype installation, troubleshooting, and product validation.
• Prepare engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, RFQs, test reports, and revision records.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to Engineering Technicians and junior engineers.
• Communicate project status, technical risks, and design decisions with cross-functional teams.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes, and product quality.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D scanning

CMM

PolyWorks

Job description

Texas Speed & Performance is seeking a Design Engineer II to lead the design and development of aftermarket automotive performance products from concept through production. You will apply engineering principles to create innovative, manufacturable, and validated designs.

Collaboration across testing, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and production teams is essential, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and technicians.