Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a Chassis Design Engineer to join a leading global automotive company in Raymond, OH. This position supports the Chassis Design Department and will primarily focus on subframe and mount design activities, while also providing support to suspension, steering, and powertrain groups as needed.

This is a long-term onsite contract opportunity supporting advanced vehicle development programs from concept through production. The ideal candidate will have strong automotive design experience, advanced CAD modeling capabilities, and experience working with stamped, welded, and cast structural components.

• Design and develop chassis components including subframes, engine mounts, suspension, and steering system components
• Create and maintain robust 3D CAD models and detailed 2D drawings using CATIA V6
• Perform 3D layout analysis and support overall chassis packaging activities
• Develop design intent models capable of supporting major engineering revisions
• Support vehicle development activities throughout the product development cycle
• Collaborate with design, test, manufacturing, and supplier teams to analyze and resolve technical issues
• Apply GD&T principles, tolerance stack analysis, and standard engineering drawing practices
• Support design for manufacturability initiatives for stamped, welded, and cast components
• Participate in technical reviews, documentation, and engineering change activities
• Assist with multiple concurrent projects and support evolving program priorities

• 3–5+ years of engineering and automotive design experience preferred
• BS or MS degree in Engineering required
• Prior experience supporting automotive chassis or structural component design preferred
• Proficiency with CATIA V6 required
  • Solid modeling experience required
  • Surface modeling experience preferred
• Working knowledge of CATIA V5 preferred due to legacy model support
• Ability to create and interpret 2D engineering drawings
• Understanding of GD&T principles and tolerance stack analysis
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturability
• Experience with aluminum die castings strongly preferred
• Experience with stamped and welded structures highly preferred
• Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment

• Experience supporting subframe, suspension, steering, or powertrain mount systems
• Familiarity with large structural castings and stamping processes
• Exposure to CAE analysis and vehicle packaging activities
• Ability to adapt quickly to new standards, tools, and engineering methodologies