ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life. We're seeking a Design Engineer Body Exterior - Trim to join our team in Long Beach, CA or remotely within the USA. This role requires strong 3D design capability and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions.
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Equal Opportunity Employer
