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) .

📌 Design rear-wheel drive (rwd) engineer (México)
🏢 Alten Mexico
📍 México