Rear Wheel Drive Axle & System Design Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company, is seeking an experienced automotive engineer to contribute to the development of rear/front axle systems, driveline integration, and vehicle components. The role involves developing system-level solutions, drafting CAD models, and supporting CAE, prototypes, and validation activities.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in automotive engineering, at least 2 years CAD experience with CATIA, GD&T expertise, and strong problem-solving and communication

Qualifications

• 5y+ years of automotive/commercial vehicle engineering experience within relevant domain.
• 2y+ CAD experience (CATIA 3Dx, 3D Experience or V5).
• GD&T and tolerance analysis.
• DFMA & Serviceability principles.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

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

Skills

Automotive engineering

CAD (CATIA 3Dx / V5)

GD&T

DFMA & Serviceability

Problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Tools

CATIA 3Dx

CATIA V5

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Summary

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/commercial vehicle engineering experience within relevant domain.
• 2y+ CAD experience (CATIA 3Dx, 3D Experience or V5).
• GD&T and tolerance analysis
• DFMA & Serviceability principles.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Effective communication and teamwork

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.