About the Role
The role involves leading the development and validation of body structure components, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and production requirements.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of body structure systems for vehicle programs
- Collaborate with global engineering teams to align technical specifications
- Ensure body components meet safety, durability, and regulatory standards
- Support prototype build activities and validation testing
- Drive resolution of structural issues during product development phases
- Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design for assembly
- Conduct design reviews and lead technical problem-solving sessions
- Manage component interfaces with other vehicle systems
- Apply simulation results to optimize structural performance
- Support tooling and process development for body assembly
- Monitor production launch and resolve early manufacturing defects
- Ensure compliance with corporate engineering processes and methodologies
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for design records
- Interface with suppliers on component design and quality requirements
- Participate in cross-functional design and release meetings
- Evaluate new materials and technologies for body structure applications
- Support cost reduction initiatives without compromising structural integrity
- Track and report on engineering change orders and design maturity
- Ensure adherence to project timelines and development milestones
- Utilize CAD tools for 3D modeling and design validation
- Promote lightweight design strategies while maintaining performance
- Coordinate testing requirements with validation teams
- Address customer concerns related to body structure performance
- Support global vehicle programs with localized engineering input
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and regulations
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with experience and location
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with presence required at São Caetano do Sul or Indaiatuba facilities
Team
Part of a global engineering team focused on vehicle body development and production support
Location
São Caetano do Sul or Indaiatuba/SP
Job Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Mid-level
Education
Bachelor’s degree required
Language Requirement
Proficiency in English and Portuguese
Travel Requirement
Occasional travel between engineering and manufacturing sites
Application Deadline
Open until filled
Work Authorization
Candidates must be authorized to work in Brazil
Not available
