Experience - 5 To 7 Year(s)
Domain Knowledge:
1. Experience in BIW (Body-in-White) Design of Structures such as Body Closure / Underbody / Upper body / Front End Structure.
2. Experience in Closure (Door, Tailgate & Hood) Design & Development:
a. Systems and their Subsystems
b. Inner / Outer panels, Reinforcement
c. Mechanisms – Hinges, Handles, Latches, Actuators, Regulators
3. Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling and stamping requirements, and assembly sequences of BIW and Closures.
4. Relevant experience in AL-PL layout, Master Sections, Vehicle Integration, Vehicle Packaging, Concept creation, and assembly processes of various parts.
5. Knowledge of relevant Regulations & Homologation requirements.
6. Good knowledge and hands-on experience of GD&T for CAD models and drawings.
7. Knowledge in WERS, GPDS & DPA 0/1 assessments in E2KS.
Job Description:
1. Contribute to concept development, Value Analysis – Value Engineering (VA-VE), and innovative proposals.
2. Lead the Design, Development and CATIA V5 Body Engineering CAD concepts/solutions for ongoing and new projects for Upper body, Underbody, and Closures.
3. Define and implement joining strategies such as SPOT welding, MIG welding and other attachment features.
4. Ensure design compliance with BIW and vehicle attributes, technical and structural requirements, quality objectives, program milestones deliverables and specific targets (cost, weight, timing, etc.).
5. Coordinate with the manufacturing team on mass production assembly solutions, assembly sequence, and part feasibility.
6. Interact with the CAE team and interpret results to meet all Regulatory, Safety, NVH, Deflection, and Fatigue requirements.
7. Ensure proper engagement interfaces with mating components and respective clearances with surrounding components, thereby meeting DPA Standards.
8. Facilitate timely and frequent engineering review of CAD.
9. Work on cross-functional teams (Suspension, Powertrain, Manufacturing, and Interior) to develop efficient designs and lead the integration of interfacing components.
10. Support DFMEA, DVP&Rs, and GD&T documentation.
Qualifications
- B.E / B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Automobile