Engineer

Job Description:

Summary:

Astemo Americas Inc. is seeking an entry-level Design Engineer to support the development of chassis related systems including dampers brakes steering components and associated software-enabled technologies. The Engineer I will work under the guidance of Senior Design Engineers and cross-functional teams contributing to design activities simulation work prototype builds and engineering documentation across the automotive product development lifecycle.

This role is ideal for new graduates or early-career engineers looking to build foundational experience in mechanical design automotive systems simulation tools and emerging AI-driven engineering methodologies.

Job responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of this position include:

1. Assist with prototype design and testing (10%)

Assist with prototype design activities for multiple product lines (dampers emotors steering brakes etc.) including collaboration with senior engineers from multiple business units to analyze relevant requirements. Perform basic engineering calculations create and update CAD models using tools such as SolidWorks and CATIA V4/V5 and assist senior engineers with laboratory and vehiclelevel testing activities under supervision.

2. Assist prototype builds at the component sub-system and system levels (15%)

Assist with prototypingrelated activities for internal and external (outsourced) fabrication of mechanical and/or electronic components as well as subsystems and systems. Facilitate communication with the Prototype Engineering teams support visits to supplier sites and external laboratories track fabrication progress and help ensure timely prototype delivery using established project management practices.

3. Assist in the development of technologies using simulation tools (10%)

Assist with simulation and modeling tasks using MATLAB Simulink and VIGrade CarRealTime. Contribute to evaluating system performance analyzing results and preparing documentation for Senior Engineers and cross-functional team reviews.

4. Assist in AI-based engineering tool development (35%)

Assist in the development and refinement of AI-based design and optimization tools for Astemo-related products. Help prepare datasets run test cases evaluate outputs and document results under the direction of senior team members. Assist on the creation of AI Agents for engineering process improvements and support the creation of a framework for the deployment of these AI Agents across multiple business units.

5. Assist the development of Cross-BU demo vehicles (30%)

Help develop and maintain engineering documentation needed for cross-BU demo vehicles across all project phases (requirements analysis design CAD PoC/prototyping testing and validation demonstration and user feedback collection for lessons learned improvements). Work with senior engineers from multiple business units and OEM customer teams to support technical reviews demo related tasks and benchmarking/reverse engineering activities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design prototyping manufacturing and software engineering.
• Assist in preparing technical presentations design documentation and simulation reports. Support requirement gathering and communication with OEM customers under supervision.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives including AI-based engineering workflows. based engineering workflows.
• Manage assigned tasks with appropriate guidance and seek clarification proactively.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork communication and willingness to learn.
  

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles chassis systems or vehicle dynamics (coursework or projects).
• Interest in AI-driven engineering tools and data enabled design workflows. enabled design workflows.
• Basic experience with 3D modeling simulation or model-based engineering tools (coursework internships or student projects acceptable).
• Ability to follow direction learn quickly and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Technical Experience

Experience in the following areas is required or preferred:

• CAD: 3D modeling and creation of 2D drawings using SolidWorks or CATIA V4/V5
• Modeling & Simulation (fundamentals of modeling with MATLAB)
• AI-based modeling or optimization tools
• Development of Excel-based tools (fundamentals of Workflows and VBA coding)
• Benchmarking studies (parts procurement measurements testing and reporting)
• Prototype development (analysis of requirements existing 2D drawings and basic 3D modeling)
• Exposure to engineering workflows or project management tools and methodologies.

Experience with automotive chassis components such as dampers brakes or steering systems is a plus.

Experience working with OEMs Tier 1 or Tier 0.5 suppliers is beneficial but not required.

Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.

Experience: 1 year of experience in a Design Engineering or R&D department (coops internships student projects or research acceptable).

Working Conditions

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work 4050 hours per week.
• Domestic and international travel may be required as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status and national origin.

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