The Role
The Design Engineer for Body-in-White is responsible for engineering best-in-class body structure architectures and systems for Ztractor’s premium prototype programs. You will Conceptualize, Design, Engineer, Release, Develop and Launch Body Structure components and systems.
Responsibilities
- Create and develop Body-in-White component and system requirements and specifications to achieve best-in-class structural, NVH and crash performance
- Create vehicle-aligned component and system targets for function, cost, weight and investment
- Establish system architecture and functional feasibility
- Develop design concepts and production designs in both CATIA V5 and CATIA V6
- Complete and release system, sub-system and detail designs
- Deliver world-class craftsmanship and fit/finish
- Support creation of component specification, component DFMEA, DVP&R and other technical design documents
- Release parts for production
- Interface with suppliers for manufacturing feasibility, validation, and other engineering activities as specified for the assigned commodity
- Create (with component/system supplier) component and subsystem design verification plans and test methods
- Complete component and system validation as required, insuring system targets are met and optimized
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science or higher in mechanical engineering; or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- 3 years minimum experience in automotive body design and engineering
- Minimum of 1 full development BIW life cycle through design, development, release and launch
- Proficiency in both CATIA V5 and CATIA V6
- Understanding of GD&T in design engineering
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to integrate state-of-the-art design and manufacturing methods into product concepts and designs
- Ability to interpret CAE results and integrate recommendations into product designs
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects with tight timing constraints
- Knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes and lightweight, recyclable and sustainable materials (aluminum preferred)
- Ability to flexibly work in vague and constantly changing design direction and conditions
- Experience in DFSS highly preferred