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ALTEN Technology USA · 7 hours ago

Design Engineer Body Exterior - Lighting, Tail Lamp

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$115K/yr - $135K/yr

ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company that supports clients in various sectors, including automotive and aerospace. The Design Engineer Body Exterior - Lighting, Tail Lamp will be responsible for the end-to-end development of vehicle components, utilizing strong 3D design capabilities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver manufacturable solutions.

ConsultingInformation Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Create and develop components using 3DX CAD with the ability to design parts independently

Apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional variation analysis to ensure robust designs

Conduct system and component-level design aligned with all program requirements

Design to meet Voice of Customer, regulatory, functional, quality, DFA (Design for Assembly), DFS (Design for Service), packaging, and clearance requirements

Utilize validation methods including CAE, physical testing, and analytical techniques to confirm design integrity

Assess tooling, manufacturing, supplier sub-assembly, and vehicle assembly feasibility

Evaluate surface feasibility, fit & finish, and craftsmanship considerations when applicable

Perform interface and assembly feasibility studies, including packaging, static/dynamic clearances, joint analysis, GD&T datum schemes, and dimensional variation analysis

Maintain comprehensive design documentation and quality history

Support technical reviews using DFMEA, DVPR, SCCAF (SC & CC), PFMEA, Control Plans, Robustness Checklists, Demonstration Matrices, Boundary Diagrams, Interface Matrices, and P-Diagrams

Develop and manage engineering transmittals, feature definitions, and related documentation for electrical and software interfaces

Utilize PLM systems (including BOM management) to control design data and release processes

Manage engineering timing to support prototype builds, validation phases, and overall program milestones

Prepare RFQ packages and support sourcing activities with purchasing and supplier teams

Evaluate and track landed cost, vendor tooling (F&T), ED&T (as applicable), and other financial impacts to the program business case

Oversee development expenses including prototype parts, tooling, and other engineering-related costs

Qualification

3DX CADGD&T principlesDimensional variation analysisCAE validation methodsPLM systemsQuality documentationProject managementCollaboration skills

Required

Strong 3D design capability

Deep understanding of engineering requirements

Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams