U004 - Design Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Engineer

Hace 2 días

Pachuca de Soto Hgo, Pachuca de Soto (municipio); Estado de Hidalgo, México Alten México Jornada completa

Description 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:

3–7 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). Willingness to relocate to the USA

(visa support available). 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) .

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