Job Description Main Job Purpose Develop, concept, design high quality connector systems within agreed project timing according to company procedures and customer requirements, leading the product development from start to production.
Role may include focus on conceptualization and initial design with hand-off to move to production.
Main Tasks Develop high voltage connector systems according to customer and KOSTAL standards procedures.
Ensure feasible, robust, innovative and cost effective designs in accordance to market requirements.
Initiates and tracks complete product validation according to customer specification in close relationship with KOSTAL test lab.
Initiates engineering changes in order to increase robustness and/or profitability or to accommodate customer requests.
Develop competitive design concepts within market timing requirements.
Assure design is according to DFA/DFM KOSTAL processes.
This position will require a high level of CAD development.
Support customer builds (as required) at their facilities.
Develops tolerance stack ups of the designed product to ensure robustness.
Leads and maintains DFMEA activities Provide all required support and information regarding components and assemblies to all internal and external customers.
Develop DVP R and test requests Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline 8+ years related experience in automotive / aerospace industry 5 years of experience in automotive connectors (high voltage experience preferred) Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA preferred)



Proficient understanding of Automotive Sector – OEM's – Tier 1/2 Solid understanding of DFA (Design for Assembly) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) Technical Experience Design Software CATIA Mechanical design, FEA CAD, analysis, concepts, drawing GD T PLM Software Use, Workflow, Milestones, reporting Product Validation Procedure, set up, Dossier tool Statistical Analysis Methodology, application, reporting Product Development Phases, requirements, analysis and decision making Root Cause Analysis 8D, 5W, Fishbone, etc.
Additional Information PLEASE BEFORE SENDING , ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS: 1.- How many years of experience do you have in the mechanical design of automotive connectors?
Less than 3 years 3 to 5 years 6 to 8 years More than 8 years 2.- Have you served as a lead designer or technical lead in the development of automotive connectors that have gone into production?
Yes No If you answered "Yes," please indicate approximately how many programs/products: 3.- Which of the following standards or specifications do you have practical experience?
(Select all that apply)
USCAR LV214 GMW**** IEC / ISO related to connectors None of the above 4.- Do you have experience performing tolerance stack-up analysis for connector interfaces, terminals, TPA/CPA, or similar components?
Yes, on a regular basis Yes, occasionally No 5.-Briefly describe (maximum 5 lines) a relevant technical problem you have solved during the development of an automotive connector and what your personal contribution was.

📌 Mechanical Design Engineer (Santiago de Querétaro)
🏢 KOSTAL Automotive Services Mexicana S. A. de C. V.
📍 Santiago de Querétaro