employment type: full-time / permanent

position overview

we are seeking an experienced design release engineer (dre) specializing in powertrain systems to lead the lifecycle management of critical engine components (including blocks, heads, valvetrain, cooling, or structural mounts) from initial concept through to final vehicle production.

the ideal candidate will serve as the central technical authority for their assigned components, balancing technical design rigor with cross-functional project management.

core responsibilities

lifecycle & release management: own and maintain the component bill of materials (bom). Initiate, track, and execute engineering change notices (ecns) using corporate plm systems (teamcenter, windchill, or equivalent). Design & packaging: collaborate closely with cad designers to optimize packaging, ensure clearance, and conduct digital mock-up (dmu) reviews using nx or catia. Supplier development: act as the primary technical interface with tier 1 suppliers. Oversee apqp and ppap milestones, monitor tooling progress, and ensure components meet strict quality and cost targets. Validation & testing: define and review design verification plans and report (dvp& r) requirements. Analyze physical test data, simulation results, and lead root-cause analysis (8 d, fishbone) for any component failures. Cross-functional alignment: coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and plant engineering to ensure flawless execution during prototype builds and production launches.

commodities

engine block, cylinder head, piston, piston rings, connecting rod, crankshaft, camshaft, valvetrain, intake valve, exhaust valve,



valve spring, rocker arm, flywheel, flexplate, harmonic balancer, engine mounts, fuel injector, fuel rail, high-pressure fuel pump, throttle body, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, turbocharger, supercharger, wastegate, intercooler, egr valve, catalytic converter, diesel particulate filter, oxygen sensor, water pump, radiator, thermostat, oil pump, oil pan, oil cooler, torque converter, clutch assembly, dual-mass flywheel, planetary gear set, helical gears, transmission valve body, mechatronic unit, clutch pack, synchronizer, shift actuator, torque vectoring module, transmission oil pump, driveshaft, propeller shaft, universal joint, cv joint, differential, limited-slip differential, transfer case, axle shaft, half-shaft, wheel hub, locking hubs, traction motor, stator, rotor, power inverter, dc-dc converter, on-board charger, high-voltage battery pack, battery management system, thermal management plate, electric drive unit, regenerative braking module, etc..

qualifications and requirements

education: bachelor's degree in mechanical, automotive, mechatronics, or aerospace engineering. Experience: minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a design release engineer within the automotive sector, with specific expertise in powertrain or engine components. Technical skills: strong proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (gd& t), tolerance stack-up analysis, and familiarity with manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, and injection molding. Language: professional fluency in both english and spanish is required for daily collaboration with general and local teams.

📌 Engine design & release engineer (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Segula Technologies
📍 Ciudad de México