Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design & Development Engineer

Location: San Antonio TX

Onsite at customer location

JD : Mechanical Design & Development

• Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders to gather analyze and define requirements for continuous improvement and new engineering initiatives.
• Design and develop 3D CAD models 2D engineering drawings GD&T and technical specifications using AutoCAD and UG NX in accordance with automotive standards.
• Lead tool design activities including Jigs & Fixtures Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) workstations gauges and assembly aids.
• Conceptualize design and execute complete assembly lines from process layout planning to detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Drive the entire project lifecycle from initial concept development feasibility studies and design reviews to final release for manufacturing.
• Support prototyping validation testing and installation of designed tools equipment and engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with local vendors and suppliers for manufacturing vendor drawings review technical clarification cost optimization and trial support.
• Work closely with manufacturing quality production and maintenance teams to ensure designs meet functionality safety ergonomics and productivity requirements.
• Lead and prioritize small to large-scale engineering projects ensuring on-time delivery adherence to budget and compliance with quality standards.
• Perform DFMEA PFMEA and design risk assessments to ensure robust and reliable engineering solutions.
• Conduct design reviews incorporate feedback and implement design improvements for cost reduction cycle time optimization and ease of manufacturing.
• Ensure all designs comply with automotive standards safety norms and internal engineering guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain complete design documentation BOMs change requests (ECNs) and revision control.
• Provide technical mentoring and guidance to junior engineers and support teams when required.
• Participate in line balancing layout optimization and continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and automation enhancements.

Coordination & Communication

Act as the primary liaison between client teams and offshore engineering resources.

Provide weekly progress updates documentation and status reports.

Ensure seamless communication to align design manufacturing and project milestones.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

5 8 years of experience in mechanical design tool design or product development.

Strong proficiency in AutoCAD UG NX

Experience in tooling fixtures jigs and mechanical assemblies.

Strong understanding of engineering drawings GD&T and manufacturing processes.

Experience collaborating with vendors and supporting design-to-manufacturing processes.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.