Rear Axle Design Engineer - CATIA

Alten USA; Plymouth (MI); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a seasoned automotive engineer to contribute to advanced vehicle development programs across multiple platforms. You will define system requirements, develop CAD models, and run packaging and tolerance studies while collaborating with global teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes strong problem-solving, cross-functional teamwork, and rigorous documentation practices to support design, validation, and launch phases in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive/commercial vehicle engineering experience in the relevant domain.
• 2+ years CAD experience with CATIA 3Dx, 3D Experience or V5.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• DFMA and serviceability principles.
• Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsabilités

• Define component and system engineering requirements.
• Create and develop engineering designs and concepts.
• Perform packaging, tolerance, and feasibility studies.
• Develop CAD models, drawings, and engineering releases.
• Support CAE, prototype builds, testing, sourcing and validation activities.
• Resolve design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Manage engineering changes and documentation.
• Proven background in concept-to-production vehicle development and problem-solving.

Connaissances

Automotive engineering

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Root cause analysis

Outils

CATIA 3Dx

3DExperience

V5

Description du poste

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Domain Specific Skills:

• Experience with RWD and/or FWD architectures, rear or front axle systems, and driveline integration.

• Ability to evaluate packaging impacts of axle, shaft, suspension, and mounting layouts.

• Knowledge of axle durability, half‑shaft performance, and joint design considerations.

• Ability to develop system‑level solutions concidering suspension, driveline, mounts, and surrounding vehicle structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define component and system engineering requirements.

• Create and develop engineering designs and concepts.

• Perform packaging, tolerance, and feasibility studies.

• Develop CAD models, drawings, and engineering releases.

• Support CAE, prototype builds, testing, Sourcing and validation activities.

• Resolve design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues.

• Collaborate with Internal cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and customers.

• Manage engineering changes and documentation.

• Proven background in concept-to-production vehicle development and problem‑solving

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5y+ years of automotive/commerical vehicle engineering experience within relevant domain.

• 2y+ CAD experience (CATIA 3Dx, 3D Expereince or V5).

• GD&T and tolerance analysis

• DFMA & Serviceability principles.

• Problem-solving and root cause analysis.

• Effective communication and teamwork.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug‑free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire.