Lead Engineer - Underbody / Lower / Upper Structures Engineering

Tata Consultancy Services; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Incentive

Medical Coverage

Family Leave

401K Plan

Certification & Training Reimbursement

Vacation & Holidays

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services Limited in Warren, MI is seeking an Engineer in Technology to lead 3D CAD modeling and detailing of body structure components in NX. You will maintain parametric models and drive integration into the PDM tool while applying DFM standards for stamped, cast, and fabricated parts.

Collaborate with CAE, PI, and Body Architects to ensure crash, durability, NVH, and sealing requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Experience designing 3D CAD models and detail parts in NX.
• Maintain parametric models, section cuts, and construction per standards.
• Apply DFM principles for stamped and formed parts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical liaison between customer and engineering team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CAE, manufacturing, NVH, safety).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and sustainability goals.
• Provide technical documentation and design specifications.

Skills

Design

CAD Modeling

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science

Tools

NX

PDM Tool

Job description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Lead 3D CAD modeling and detailing of body structure components and assemblies in NX.
• Maintain complete, parametric models, section cuts, and typical construction consistent with Body Structures standard work and best practices.
• Drive integration of assigned components into the PDM Tool and ensure compatibility with adjacent commodities.
• Apply DFM standards for stamped, cast, and fabricated parts (draw rules, flange and pierce limits, die direction, blank optimization).
• Use available tools and reports (e.g., formability, blank utilization, structural performance) to refine designs and resolve issues before release.
• Set up and communicate die vectors, die line-ups, and weld/adhesive access requirements with ME and suppliers.
• Ensure body structure designs meet crash, durability, stiffness, NVH, corrosion, and sealing requirements through close collaboration with CAE, PI, and Body Architects.
• Check clearances and interference for all mating and background parts, including mounting, assembly paths, tire flops, weld gun access, and tooling considerations.
• Support Upper/Lower Structures sync events with math readiness, gap/clearance integration, and issue resolution.

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Serve as a technical liaison between the customer and the engineering team, and represent the engineering team in product development meetings.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (CAE, manufacturing, materials, NVH, safety, suppliers).
3. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, best practices, and sustainability goals.
4. Provide technical documentation and design specifications.

Generic Managerial Skills, If Any

• Managerial Courage and Political Savvy
• Good communication, presentation skills
• Coordination skills
• Measuring and Managing the work

Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 per year

TCS Employee Benefit Summary:

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Location

Warren, MI

Function

TECHNOLOGY

Role

Engineer

ID

437830

Skills

Design

Salary Range

$90,000 - $100,000

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE