Dimensional Engineering Specialist – Chassis Commodities

altentechnologyusa

Foster City, California, United States · Foster City · United States

Posted Jan 27, 2026

Full-time
Engineering

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

We are seeking a dynamic, analytical, and innovative professional who thrives on challenges and is passionate about delivering creative, practical solutions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who can inspire colleagues, foster a positive work environment, and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Requirements

In-depth understanding of chassis commodities within vehicle requirements.
Proficiency in performing 1D/3D stack-up analyses to evaluate design feasibility.
Ability to organize and present complex technical information in a clear, concise, and impactful manner across the organization.
Experience in Build troubleshooting.
Capability to train and mentor team members.
Advanced knowledge of GD&T principles, with proven ability to create and validate technical drawings.
Proficiency in CATIA (V5 and V6).

Key Responsibilities

Define and establish datum schemes, tolerances, and requirements for chassis commodities.
Serve as Dimensional Variation Analysis (DVA) lead for feasibility assessments.
Oversee the drawing-check process for designated vehicle commodities.
Define and implement measurement strategies.
Approve fixtures in accordance with project requirements.

Required Attributes

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
6-8 years’ experience in dimensional management.
Knowledge of basic statistical concepts and process control.
Strong understanding of Variation Simulation Analysis tools.
Knowledge of measurement systems and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of dimensional engineering deliverables within the vehicle development process.
Proficiency in standard PC tools (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Salary:

$125,000-135,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

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Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.