Mechanical Designer - Advanced Engineering

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design and development of heatsinks and power electronic assemblies for high-power automotive applications.
• Generate product concepts using CATIA V5, with a focus on plastics and die-castings.
• Drive thermal management strategies through simulation (CFD/FEA), validation testing, and optimization.
• Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and coordinate with suppliers for extrusion, die-casting, and machining.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, hardware, supply chain, and QA to align designs with technical specifications.
• Perform assembly analysis using basic tolerance stack-up methods and apply component joining technologies.
• Manage New Product Development (NPD) and Proof of Concept activities.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions.
• Conduct research on materials, competitor products, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Mechanical, Automobile, or Manufacturing/Production Engineering.
• 8+ years of professional experience in mechanical design.
• Expert proficiency in CATIA V5.
• Experience in electromechanical product design (e.g., sensors, actuators, control modules, or DC-DC converters).
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as ANSYS or SolidWorks.
• Strong knowledge of plastics and die-casting manufacturing processes.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, failure analysis, and the product development life cycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven record of professional publications or patents.
• Experience with basic CAE structural simulation result interpretation.
• Knowledge of thermal management concepts and advanced cooling solutions.

About the Company

HELLA is a leading global automotive supplier specializing in innovative lighting systems and vehicle electronics. We are dedicated to shaping the future of mobility by focusing on autonomous driving, electrification, connectivity, and digitization. With 36,000 employees worldwide, we combine passion and technical expertise to drive industry-leading trends.