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Automotive Concept Architect Platform
Job Location:
Job Location:
Charlotte, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering planning and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Concept Architect - Platform for an assigned project with a client in the automotive industry. The role is based in Novi MI or Charlotte NC and requires onsite presence and occasional domestics travel. If you are eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects we look forward to your application.
PURPOSE:
The Concept Architect Platform is responsible for defining and developing the architecture of a scalable range-extended electric vehicle platform including chassis drivetrain battery system range extender and key structural components. This role creates and evaluates integrated system concepts using 3D CAD to optimize packaging performance and customer experience while supporting simulation validation and cross-functional engineering development from early concept through prototype stages.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
PURPOSE:
The Concept Architect Platform is responsible for defining and developing the architecture of a scalable range-extended electric vehicle platform including chassis drivetrain battery system range extender and key structural components. This role creates and evaluates integrated system concepts using 3D CAD to optimize packaging performance and customer experience while supporting simulation validation and cross-functional engineering development from early concept through prototype stages.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with engineering teams to define and develop the range-extended EV platform architecture including chassis drivetrain battery range extender and structural systems.
- Develop 3D CAD-based packaging proposals to solve complex system-level engineering and functional challenges.
- Define and refine scalable vehicle platform architecture and integration strategies.
- Critically evaluate existing systems and propose engineering and customer experience improvements.
- Create simulation-ready 3D models to support system analysis and cross-functional engineering validation.
- Develop detailed technical documentation including 2D/3D drawings specifications and platform design guidelines.
- Create prototype architecture concepts for physical testing and virtual validation including stress and performance analysis.
- Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across vehicle systems and programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Design Computer Science or a related technical field
- 6 years of experience in concept engineering or platform architecture development in the automotive industry
- Strong experience in automotive concept engineering and platform development.
- Experience with vehicle architecture module selection and system integration.
- Proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA V5 NX SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar.
- Experience with PLM systems (e.g. Teamcenter).
- Strong understanding of vehicle systems including chassis powertrain and electrified architectures.
- Ability to create and interpret detailed 2D and 3D engineering documentation.
- Experience working in cross-functional and global engineering environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools such as JIRA.
- Understanding of automotive safety standards and regulations (IIHS NHTSA SAE FMVSS).
- Experience with scalable platform or modular vehicle architectures
- Strong background in electrified vehicle systems (EV range extender systems)
- Experience in simulation-driven development and virtual validation environments
- Strong customer-focused mindset with ability to translate system architecture into user experience improvements
- Experience leading cross-functional technical integration projects
- Experience with Volkswagen
- Willingness to travel
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Work is normally performed in an office laboratory manufacturing floor or machine shop setting where physical work includes but is not limited to sitting standing reaching kneeling bending and lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices
- Location: Novi MI or Charlotte NC
- Schedule: Full Time/ 40 hours per week
- Travel: domestics travel as required
- Overtime: as required
- Assignment Start: June 2026 December 2030
- Duration: up to 4.5 years
DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.
SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e. SWJ MACHINING and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
