Design Release Engineer Sealing & Closures (Mid-Level)
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Mid-Level Sealing & Closures Design Release Engineer (DRE) to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end design, development, integration, and release of automotive sealing systems and closures components. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing plants to deliver high-quality automotive solutions that meet performance, weight, cost, and timing targets.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the engineering design, development, and release of sealing systems, primary/secondary weatherstrips, door closures, and sheet metal interfaces from concept through production launch.

Manage component packaging, 3D CAD modeling, 2D drafting, GD&T;, and engineering documentation within product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.

Collaborate with styling, Body-in-White (BIW), interior trim, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure flawless vehicle assembly and seamless component integration.

Interface with tier-1 suppliers on component specifications, tooling feasibility, design reviews, prototype builds, and design verification plan and report (DVP&R;) testing.

Perform root-cause analysis on engineering issues, water ingress, noise/vibration/harshness (NVH), and wind noise concerns during validation and build phases.

Support cost-reduction,



weight-optimization, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on engineering experience in automotive sealing systems, rubber extrusions, molding, and sheet metal closure components.

Residence in or willingness to relocate to Mexico City, Toluca, or adjacent regions within Estado de México.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.

Proven experience in CAD software (CATIA V5/V6 or NX) and lifecycle management tools (Teamcenter or Windchill).

Strong knowledge of elastomeric materials (EPDM, TPE), rubber-to-metal bonding, sheet metal stamping, and manufacturing process constraints.

Proficiency in applying GD&T; principles, stack-up analysis, DFMEA, and DVP&R; methodologies.

Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline.

Relevant industry certifications in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Project Management (PMP).

Experience working directly with OEMs or Tier-1 automotive suppliers in Mexico.

Familiarity with assembly plant support, launch execution, and field performance resolution.

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