BIW Design & Release Engineer — Shape Modern Automobiles

ALTEN MÉXICO; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Mexico is seeking a Body Design & Release Engineer to oversee BIW upper body components and subassemblies, from design through production release. You will model parametrically in NX, work with suppliers and stamping plants, and ensure manufacturability and cost targets.

The role requires 3+ years in automotive sheet metal development, strong CAD/PLM skills, and knowledge of GD&T and DFMEA. English proficiency is required for cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the design, development, and release of BIW upper body components and subassemblies.
• Lead the development and release of BIW underbody stampings and assemblies.
• Parametric modeling using NX.
• Collaborate with suppliers, stamping plants and plant body shop to ensure manufacturability, cost and material performance.
• Develop and manage CBOM and Quadris for subassemblies.
• Create Source Package documentation and manage technical reviews.
• Define and track engineering validation plans (DVP&R, DFMEA, PFMEA) and coordinate testing.
• Provide onsite plant launch support to address assembly, variation and launch issues.
• Ensure designs comply with standards, vehicle performance targets and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

GD&T knowledge

DFMEA knowledge

DVP&R knowledge

Tolerance stack-up

Automotive validation testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

NX

Vis Pro

Job description

ALTEN Mexico is seeking a Body Design & Release Engineer to oversee BIW upper body components and subassemblies, from design through production release. You will model parametrically in NX, work with suppliers and stamping plants, and ensure manufacturability and cost targets.

The role requires 3+ years in automotive sheet metal development, strong CAD/PLM skills, and knowledge of GD&T and DFMEA. English proficiency is required for cross-border collaboration.