Job Title: Lighting Design Release Engineer (DRE)

Location: Mexico City, Mexico

Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Lighting Design Release Engineer (DRE) with strong expertise in automotive exterior lighting systems and component design . The idóneo candidate will be responsible for the design, development, feasibility, validation, and release of lighting components and sub-systems.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead design release activities for automotive exterior lighting systems , including Headlamps, Tail Lamps, Center Light Panels, and Corner Lamps .
- Collaborate with the Styling team to conduct feasibility studies, evaluate A-class surfaces , and establish craftsmanship targets.
- Design and develop lighting components using CATIA V6 .
- Complete manufacturing feasibility and ensure designs meet production requirements.
- Release lighting components, sub-systems, and detailed designs according to program requirements.
- Work closely with Tier-1 suppliers on design development, cost, mass, joining methods, molding, and performance trade-offs.




- Apply knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes to develop production-ready designs.
- Review and interpret simulation/CAE results and incorporate recommendations into product designs.
- Support design reviews, issue resolution, prototype builds, testing, and production readiness.
- Ensure designs meet quality, performance, cost, timing, and manufacturability targets.

Required Skills

- 3+ years of Lighting DRE experience .
- 10+ years of automotive interior/exterior lighting design experience .
- Strong knowledge of automotive exterior lighting systems and components .
- Hands-on experience with CATIA V6 .
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, molding, and joining methods .
- Experience working with Styling teams and Tier-1 suppliers .
- Strong understanding of design feasibility, A-surface evaluation, craftsmanship, and design release processes .
- Ability to independently manage component design through development and final release .

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