Mechanical Design Engineer

Valeo; Seymour (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Valeo is a tech global company driving greener, safer mobility through innovative automotive solutions. We are seeking a Design Engineer in Mechanical Development to execute advanced engineering tasks, develop 3D models, simulations, and production drawings with a focus on packaging, thermal clearance, and GD&T standards.

Join Valeo to collaborate with diverse teams, lead root-cause investigations, and implement digital tools on the Digitalization Roadmap, contributing to continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• 2+ years design engineering experience required.
• CATIA experience preferred, other design software considered.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness of project budgets and optimize resource utilization within designated scope of work.
• Execute technical solutions for engineering tasks within defined projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Discipline Junior Engineers, fostering onboarding and skill development.
• Apply existing design standards and Valeo guidelines in the work; ensure compliance.
• Develop 3D parametric models, packaging studies, and 2D production drawings.
• Lead root-cause investigations and contribute to problem-solving initiatives.
• Perform FEA, tolerance analyses, and design sign-offs for releases.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Job description

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.What You Will WinAs part of a global community of talented people, you will grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer and smarter mobility. Our company culture gives all our employees the opportunity every day to #Dare.Care.Share. You will receive a best in class, total compensation package that provides a comprehensive benefits program with real financial value.What You Will DoDemonstrate awareness of project budgets and strive to optimize resource utilization within designated scope of workExecute technical solutions for engineering tasks within defined projectsActively participate in problem-solving initiatives under the guidance of senior engineers, applying Valeo standard methodologies like QRQC (Quick Response Quality Control) to analyze issues and contribute to solution findingPrepare clear and concise technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and presentations, to effectively communicate the workContinuously develop technical skills and knowledge within the Discipline, staying abreast of industry trends and advancementsProvide technical guidance and support to Discipline Junior Engineers, fostering the onboarding and skill developmentApply existing design standards effectively in the work, ensuring alignment with Valeo's guidelines and best practicesActively adopt and utilize digital tools and processes outlined in the Discipline's Digitalization Roadmap to enhance efficiency and productivityContribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for optimization within the scope of work and suggesting improvements to existing processesDemonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and contribute innovative ideas to enhance existing solutions or develop new approachesDevelop an understanding of intellectual property protection and contribute to the identification of potentially patentable inventionsCommunicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders within the team, ensuring clear and concise information exchangeCollaborate effectively with other engineers and team members to achieve project objectives and contribute to a positive and productive work environmentBuild packaging envelopes and section cuts under R&D directionDefine mechanical architecture, mechanical design for simulations, and thermal clearancesFormat 2D drawing callouts per standard GD&T blocks and FTA. Calculates nominal dimensions and allowable tolerance stack-up limitsApply plastic molding and Valeo design rules (draft angles, wall thickness, parting lines) provided by checklists/guidelinesNegotiate tooling feasibility with tooling engineers and suppliers; promotes standardizationsManage parting line shifts and approves or rejects supplier DFM modifications.Execute 3D parametric models, modifications, packaging studies, and 2D production drawingsApprove CAD maturity state in PLM and signs off on manufacturing releaseManage PLM lifecycle for components and assemblies and BOM accuracyValidate release readiness, baseline milestones, and customer engineering change requests (ECR)Rework geometry based on clear redlinesLead root-cause investigation (why the failure occurred) and decides the fixRun clearance/interference checks and standard section cutsOwn structural/thermal simulations (FEA), worst-case tolerance stacks, and design sign-offsWhat You Should HaveBachelor's Degree in an Engineering field required2+ years Design Engineering experience requiredCatia experience preferred, but other design software experience will be consideredAutomotive lighting experience preferredJoin us!Thanks to its strategy focused on innovation, Valeo aims at reducing CO² emissions and developing intuitive driving to propose greener, safer, and smarter mobility. The fantastic (r)evolution towards the vehicle of the future provides amazing career opportunities and challenging jobs!Diversity by natureAt Valeo, innovation is driven by the diversity, authenticity and energy of its talent. Are you looking for new technological and human adventures? Join Valeo and its more than 100.000 employees across the globe! More information about Valeo : https://www.valeo.comJob:Engineering DisciplinesOrganization:Mechanical DevelopmentSchedule:Full timeEmployee Status:RegularJob Type:Permanent contractJob Posting Date:2026-10-15Join Us !Being part of our team, you will join:- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable developmentMore information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com