About the Role

We are seeking an experienced

Mechatronics Design Release Engineer (DRE) – Exterior Locks & Seats to lead the development, integration, and release of electro-mechanical access and seating systems. In this role, you will be responsible for key user-touchpoint systems including power latches, smart handles, power cinch systems, latch actuators, seat track/recline mechanisms, and integrated control modules. This is a remote-first position requiring strong cross-functional coordination.

Active on-site engagement is essential you will travel to assembly plants, supplier facilities, and technical hubs across

Saltillo, Toluca, and Mexico City to support pilot builds, tooling trials, root-cause diagnostics, and production launches.

Key Responsibilities Product Design & Release:

Lead the end-to-end lifecycle (pre-concept to SOP) for mechatronic access and seat systems, including power door latches, tailgate/frunk actutators, smart lock hardware, seat adjustment motors, and ECU interface integration. System Integration & Packaging:

Conduct packaging studies, kinematic analyses, clearance assessments, and mechanical/electrical integration using CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX within Teamcenter/Enovia frameworks. Electro-Mechanical Validation:

Develop and execute DVP&Rs; (Design Verification Plan & Report) covering environmental, durability, NVH, FMVSS/ECE safety standards, and LIN/CAN signal validation. Supplier & Tooling Management:

Direct Tier-1 component and actuator suppliers on tooling timelines, DV/PV testing progress,



software integration builds, and PPAP approvals. On-Site Plant & Launch Support:

Travel on-demand to manufacturing sites in

Saltillo, Toluca, and Mexico City to resolve line-fit issues, execute engineering change requests (ECRs), oversee prototype builds, and lead structured root cause analysis (8D / 5-Why). Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner remotely with BIW (Body in White), vehicle interior teams, body electronics (BCM), quality, and plant operations to ensure seamless mechanical fit and robust electrical control.

Qualifications & Skills Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Automotive Engineering. Experience:

3+ years of DRE or product design experience in automotive electro-mechanical systems (latches, door locks, seat actuators, power closure systems, or mechatronic hardware). Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CAD systems (

CATIA V5/V6

or

Siemens NX

) and PLM environment (

Teamcenter or

Enovia

). Solid understanding of electro-mechanical actuators, small DC motors, gear trains, latches/kinematics, and body control logic (LIN/CAN bus interfaces). Strong foundation in DFMEA, GD&T;, tolerance stack-up analysis, injection molding, and metal stamping processes. Travel Flexibility:

Willingness and availability to travel on short notice to production facilities in

Saltillo, Toluca, and Mexico City based on program launch gates. Languages:

Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).

📌 Mechatronics DRE (Exterior Locks & Seats) (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Segula Technologies
📍 Ciudad de México