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Automotive Design Engineer

An Automotive Design Engineer is responsible for contributing to design, production, and assembly of motor vehicles. This role involves working across key areas such as Automotive Body Structure (BIW) Design, Aerodynamics & Fluid Dynamics, while applying technical knowledge in automotive design, internal combustion engines, ev powertrains, lean manufacturing, quality control (iatf 16949).

Automotive Design Engineer

What they do

As a key professional in the Automotive Manufacturing industry, the Automotive Design Engineer plays a vital part in the sector's mission: design, production, and assembly of motor vehicles. Specifically, they focus on overseeing or executing specialized tasks that ensure efficient operations, high-quality outcomes, and adherence to industry standards. Their work directly supports the organization's goals and implementation of best practices.

Specialties

Automotive Body Structure (BIW) Design

Aerodynamics & Fluid Dynamics

CAD/CAM Modeling (CATIA, SolidWorks)

Vehicle Safety Standards (ISO 26262)

Materials Selection & Lightweighting

Automotive Design Engineer specialties

Pathways
(education / training)

Bachelor's Degree In Engineering Or A Related Technical Field. Professional Licensure (e.g., PE) May Be Required Or Beneficial. Experience With CAD Software And Simulation Tools Is Often Essential.

Connection to the SDGs

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Skills