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:5+ 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).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).BenefitsSueldo baseSeguro de Gastos Médicos Mayores (incluye plan dental y visión)15 días de aguinaldo25% de prima vacacional12 días de vacaciones (A partir del primer año)Seguro socialVales de despensa quincenales
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:
- 5+ 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).
- 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).
Benefits
- Sueldo base
- Seguro de Gastos Médicos Mayores (incluye plan dental y visión)
- 15 días de aguinaldo
- 25% de prima vacacional
- 12 días de vacaciones (A partir del primer año)
- Seguro social
- Vales de despensa quincenales
We are ALTEN Mexico, an engineering company that provides specialized solutions for engineering, technology and product development projects. Our team of more than 250 people work across industries including: Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & insurance, Telecom & Multimedia and Rail. We offer project design development, test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing solutions through different levels of service that ensure quality and autonomy to our client’s projects.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCExb6IPxw5Kf33jh2-FrHQQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altenmx/
We are ALTEN Mexico, an engineering company that provides specialized solutions for engineering, technology and product development projects. Our team of more than 250 people work across industries including: Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & insurance, Telecom & Multimedia and Rail. We offer project design development, test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing solutions through different levels of service that ensure quality and autonomy to our client’s projects.
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCExb6IPxw5Kf33jh2-FrHQQ
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altenmx/
