Design Engineer 1

Location: Toluca, Estado de México - Mexico

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Location(s): Toluca NISTEC

Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid

Education Requirement, Bachelor's Degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Or related Engineering discipline

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for a  Design Engineer 1 to join our team in Toluca Mex. R&D Design Engineer: Responsible for the design, development, validation, and production support of Powertrain Exhaust System components for Nissan vehicle programs. Ensures compliance with performance, emissions, durability, quality, cost, manufacturability, and regulatory requirements while collaborating with global teams, suppliers, and manufacturing plants. Supports new product development, cost reduction initiatives, quality improvements, field investigations, and technical problem-solving throughout the product lifecycle.

A Day in the Life:

• Design and develop exhaust system components and assemblies for engine/vehicle programs.
• Create and release engineering drawings, CAD models, specifications, and design changes.
• Coordinate development activities with global engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturing plants, and purchasing.
• Support product development from concept through production launch.
• Conduct design reviews, DFMEA/DRBFM activities, and technical risk assessments.
• Lead root cause analysis and implementation of countermeasures for quality, durability, and warranty concerns.
• Support validation testing, emissions compliance, and vehicle development activities.
• Drive Value Optimization (VO), cost reduction, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Review and approve supplier designs, technical documents, and engineering proposals.
• Support manufacturing and launch activities, ensuring product performance, quality, timing, and cost targets are achieved.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and management presentations.
• Manage project deliverables, schedules, and cross-functional communication throughout the product lifecycle.

Who We’re Looking for:

Mechanical design principles.

D&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).

Root cause analysis methodologies.

Manufacturing processes including welding, stamping, bending, forming, and assembly.

CAD software.

Desired:

• Thermal and vibration analysis fundamentals.
• Materials engineering for high-temperature applications.
• CFD and CAE fundamentals.
• CAD software – NX

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language: English: Advanced
• High level of written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible Working time (due to difference in international time): Availability to support meetings and activities across North America, Japan, Brazil, Europe, and other global regions.
• Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Outlook).
• CAD software (NX preferred).
• Teamcenter. 
• Data analysis and reporting tools.

• Travel:

• Domestic and international travel.
• Visits to suppliers, manufacturing plants, test facilities, and Nissan engineering locations.

Reporting line: Grade 10

Reports to: Alejandro Ortega Reynoso

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Nissan offers a comprehensive benefits package to support the well-being and success of our employees, with offers that may vary by location and role.

Nissan (NMEX,NEdM, NRFS, NRFM and ANZEN) hires based on the fulfillment of the job profile in the vacancy, without distinction or discrimination based on gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, language, religion, political or any other opinion, national or social origin, economic position, birth or any other condition.

By applying for the advertised position, candidates acknowledge that Nissan Mexicana and its subsidiaries reserve the right to conduct a public conduct search due to the sensitive nature of the assets and information involved in the role. This includes, but is not limited to, proprietary information, financial data, and other assets requiring safeguarding. Nissan Mexicana and its subsidiaries assure confidentiality and compliance with all legal requirements regarding the use of such information. By applying for this position, you are consenting to this check.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE
 People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are essential to maximizing the power of each team member. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative ensures our workplace meets the unique needs of our employees and customers. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and feels respected, valued, and heard.

Nissan values inclusion in all areas of our business, striving to mirror the diversity of our customer base and communities. Join us in our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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