ALTEN Mexico, is a leading engineering company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. We work directly with different industries including Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & Insurance, Telecom & Multimedia, and Rail; offering services ranging from project design development to test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing.
ALTEN Mexico as a subsidiary of the ALTEN Group. Currently working with international clients, and we are looking for a temporary
Design Engineer Structures D&R;
to lead the end‐to‐end development of
Body Side Outer (BSO) assemblies and Roof Panel systems
, including
Class A surface development
. This role is critical in delivering high‐quality exterior body components from concept through production release, ensuring aesthetic excellence, manufacturability, structural performance, and program timing alignment. The position is around 30% design and 70% DRE activities,the perfect candidate is someone passionate English communication skills.
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Location:
México
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Experience Level:
4+ years
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English:
B2–C1
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Valid visa for business travel required
Key Responsibilities
3D design of exterior lighting components using
3DX / CATIA
.
Application of
GD&T;
, tolerance analysis, and dimensional variation (DVA).
Development of optical components:
LED, light guides, lenses, reflectors
.
Support and execution of validation: photometry, thermal, vibration, IP/condensation.
Evaluation of
fit & finish
, packaging, feasibility, and tooling requirements.
Execution and documentation of
DFMEA, DVPR
, Interface Matrices, and PLM/BOM deliverables.
Technical collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams.




Must‐Have Qualifications
4+ years
of experience in automotive design (Body Exterior and lighting).
Proficiency in
3DX / CATIA
for mechanical design.
Strong knowledge of
GD&T;
and dimensional analysis.
Experience with
Class A surfacing
and exterior body development.
Experience with
dimensional variation analysis (DVA)
and tolerance stack‐ups.
Background in
automotive exterior lighting
—preferably tail lamps.
Understanding of
FMVSS / ECE
lighting regulations.
Experience with LED systems, optical design principles, and component validation.
Knowledge of
DFMEA/DFA
, injection molding, and tooling processes.
Experience with
PLM systems
, BOM management, and engineering release processes.
English level B2–C1
.
Valid visa
for international travel (e.g., U.S.).
Preferred Skills
Direct experience designing
Tail Lamps / Rear Combination Lamps
.
Familiarity with optical simulation tools (e.g.,
LucidShape, LightTools
).
Knowledge of LED thermal management and sealing strategies (IP rating, anti‐fogging, vents).
Experience with
LIN / CAN
communication in lighting modules.
Knowledge of
APQP
, IATF *****, and automotive launch processes.
Experience collaborating with general lighting suppliers.
Soft Skills
Strong communication and cross‐functional collaboration.
Technical leadership and decision‐making capability.
Problem‐solving and analytical thinking.
Time management and ability to operate under tight deadlines.
Detail‐oriented mindset with strong documentation discipline.
Supplier coordination and negotiation skills.
Continuous improvement and robust design focus.
Competitive salary
Benefits above those required by law
Career growth and development plan
Remote work scheme
Support for remote work

📌 3801 - Design And Release Engineer (Body Exterior - Lighting, Tail Lamp) (México)
🏢 Alten Mexico
📍 México