Design release engineer - metallic brackets location: toluca or saltillo, mexicowho we are: at akkodis, we connect the brightest engineering talent with the most innovative automotive programs across the globe.
as a strategic partner to oems and tier 1s, we don't just fill roles we accelerate careers and build tomorrow's mobility.the role – what is a dre for metallic brackets?
a design release engineer (dre) owns the technical development of specific components in this case, metallic brackets within interior systems like seat structures, instrument panels, or center consoles.
you're the bridge between cad design, manufacturing, suppliers, and program timing.
it's a hands-on engineering role with real product impact.what you'll do:support or lead the design, validation, and release of metallic brackets for interior systems (seat frames, ip support, reinforcements, etc.
)3d/2d modeling using catia v5work closely with manufacturing, validation, materials, quality, and purchasing to ensure part feasibilitygenerate and manage drawings, boms, ecrs, and technical documentation (ppap, apqp)coordinate with tier 1 suppliers to track feasibility, timing, cost, and technical changeswho we're looking for: we are actively hiring junior engineers (1+ years) with growth potential, and also open to reviewing mid/senior candidates with direct experience.
key qualifications include:bachelor's degree in mechanical, automotive, or related engineeringexperience using catia v5exposure to metallic components or structural partsunderstanding of gd&t, apqp, ppap, dfmeacomfort working with suppliers or in a production-focused environmentability to read and generate technical documentation and support engineering changesstrong problem-solving and communication skillsfunctional english for technical discussionsbonus points if you have:internship or full-time experience in automotive oem or tier 1familiarity with teamcenter, nx, catiaparticipation in fsae, baja sae, or technical university projectsexposure to cost or weight reduction initiativesworked with suppliers like faurecia, magna, gestamp, martinrea, or bentelerthis is a ground-floor opportunity to grow inside a high-impact oem program.
if you're ready to move fast, own parts, and get your hands dirty with real product design