In ALTEN we are looking for an

RWD Concept Engineer

to drive the feasibility and design of

rear-wheel drive systems

for electric vehicles. You will evaluate

FWD vs. RWD trade-offs

, design rear axles, and ensure integration with suspension, chassis, and battery systems. This role is critical for defining the vehicle’s traction architecture and requires a

strong analytical mindset

and

cross-functional collaboration

.

Key Responsibilities:Lead

feasibility studies

for RWD vs. FWD configurations, including

axle durability, shaft angles, and packaging constraints

.Develop

detailed designs

for rear axles, half-shafts, and driveline components.Collaborate with

chassis, thermal, and battery teams

to ensure seamless integration.Create

decision-support materials

(trade-off matrices, risk assessments) for leadership reviews.Document

assumptions, interfaces, and dependencies

to guide engineering decisions.Support

prototyping and testing

of RWD concepts.

Requirements

✅ Required Skills & Qualifications:~5+ years of experience

in

driveline, axle,



or vehicle architecture design

(automotive/EV preferred).~ Expertise in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE

(mandatory for 3D modeling and assembly).~ Experience with

driveline simulation tools

(AVL Cruise, CarSim) and

durability analysis

.~ Strong

analytical and problem-solving skills

for complex engineering trade-offs.~ Fluent English

(technical writing and presentation skills).~ Management skills

: Ability to lead small teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage project timelines.

Nice-to-Have:Experience with

EV skateboard architectures

or

modular driveline systems

.Knowledge of

NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) considerations

in driveline design.Familiarity with

FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) .Benefits~ Sueldo base~ Confiable de Gastos Médicos Mayores (incluye plan dental y visión)~15 días de aguinaldo~25% de prima vacacional~12 días de vacaciones (A partir del primer año)~ Seguro social~ Vales de despensa quincenales

📌 Design Engineer 3D (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Alten Mexico
📍 Ciudad de México