Virtual Design Engineering Analyst - Seats Subsystem - (Product Development - NX)

Accountabilities:

• • Math design and component development: Develop, refine, and finalize design criteria, sections, math data, and virtual layouts for complex seat components and subsystems.
  • CAD and modeling: Apply standardized modeling methods, engineering best practices, design standards, and global modeling guidelines to create accurate and high-quality math data.
  • Engineering integration: Incorporate manufacturability, Design for Assembly, and product integration principles into component and subsystem designs.
  • Technical documentation: Maintain material, mass, and other relevant part specifications within math files and ensure data meets required quality standards.
  • NX analysis: Perform NX analyses for assigned subsystems, interpret results, and communicate technical findings to relevant stakeholders.
  • Virtual integration: Develop virtual integration solutions that support program and vehicle requirements, analyzing data from individual parts through complete vehicle integration.
  • Vehicle-level analysis: Interrogate virtual data, vehicle assembly structures, part design usage, and configuration requirements to identify integration issues and support technical decisions.
  • Complex problem-solving: Address non-routine technical challenges involving complex components, subsystems, and broader vehicle integration requirements.
  • Program support: Coordinate program and related activities under technical guidance, supporting timing, deliverables, and virtual design objectives.
  • Collaboration and reviews: Work closely with engineers and designers, participate in design and virtual reviews, and support colleagues with component and integration activities.
  • Communication: Proactively communicate project status, technical risks, timing concerns, and issues to relevant technical and program stakeholders.
  • Continuous improvement: Share lessons learned, recommend improvements to engineering practices, stay current with relevant technologies, and actively pursue professional development.

  Requirements:

  • Education: Completed engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
  • Automotive expertise: Working knowledge of seat development, particularly foam, plastic, and stamping components.
  • CAD proficiency: Strong proficiency with NX and other relevant CAD tools.
  • Data management: Knowledge of CAD and engineering data management systems, including PLM environments.
  • Virtual design tools: Experience with VisMockup and the Windows Suite.
  • Modeling knowledge: Strong understanding of standard modeling methods and maintaining math fidelity throughout the product development cycle.
  • Virtual integration: Solid knowledge of virtual integration principles, practices, procedures, and methodologies.
  • Technical problem-solving: Ability to independently analyze and resolve complex, non-routine technical problems involving components, subsystems, and vehicle integration.
  • Design for manufacturing: Understanding of manufacturability, Design for Assembly, and product integration principles.
  • Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with engineers, designers, technical leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Communication: Clear and proactive communication skills, particularly when discussing technical risks, project status, priorities, and delivery timelines.
  • Autonomy and judgment: Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek technical guidance and demonstrating sound technical judgment.
  • Organization: Ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet program schedules and technical deliverables.
  • English: Intermediate English proficiency or higher.

  Benefits:

  • Full-time employment in a hybrid work model.
  • On-site collaboration three days per week, Tuesday through Thursday, in São Caetano do Sul, São Paulo.
  • Opportunity to work on complex automotive product development and vehicle integration projects.
  • Exposure to advanced CAD, virtual design, modeling, and digital vehicle integration practices.
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning, technical development, and professional growth.
  • Inclusive working environment focused on equal opportunity, collaboration, and belonging.
  • Opportunity to contribute to large-scale mobility projects focused on safer, more sustainable, and innovative transportation.
  • Potential access to company-specific benefits and employment conditions according to the partner's local benefits package.