Job Description – BIW Design EngineerJob Title: BIW Design EngineerExperience: 3–9YearsLocation: Chennai / BangaloreIndustry: AutomotiveDomain: Body-in-White (BIW) DesignCAD Tool: CATIA V5Job SummaryWe are looking for a BIW Design Engineer with strong experience in automotive Body-in-White (BIW) design and hands-on expertise in CATIA V5. The candidate should have experience in any one or more of the following areas: Upper Body, Under Body, or Closures.The role involves 3D modelling, detailing, packaging, design development, engineering changes, and coordination with cross-functional teams for vehicle body components.Key Responsibilities* Design and development of BIW components and assemblies using CATIA V5.* Work on any one or more BIW domains: * Upper Body * Under Body * Closures* Create and modify 3D models, parts and assemblies as per design requirements.* Develop 2D drawings and manufacturing details with GD&T.* Perform design modifications based on engineering changes and customer requirements.* Support vehicle packaging and component integration activities.* Check component interfaces, clearances and assembly feasibility.* Coordinate with Styling, Manufacturing, CAE, Quality, Supplier and Packaging teams.* Participate in design reviews and resolve technical issues.* Support DFMEA, DVP&R, design validation and engineering change activities where applicable.* Ensure designs comply with automotive standards, design guidelines and project requirements.* Support prototype, tooling and production-related design activities.* Review and validate CAD data before release through the applicable PLM/PDM system.Domain-Specific ExperienceUpper BodyExperience with components such as:* Roof* Side Body* A/B/C Pillars* Roof Rails* Body Side* Dash Panel* Cowl* Cross Members* ReinforcementsUnder BodyExperience with:* Floor Panel* Front/Rear Floor* Longitudinal Members* Cross Members* Tunnel* Underbody Reinforcements* Mounting BracketsClosuresExperience with:* Hood* Tailgate* Front/Rear Doors* Door Inner/Outer Panels* Hinges* Reinforcements* Latch/striker interfaces* Closure mechanisms and mounting featuresRequired Skills* Strong hands-on experience in CATIA V5.* Good knowledge of Generative Shape Design / Part Design / Assembly Design.* Good understanding of BIW design and sheet-metal components.* Knowledge of automotive body structure and manufacturing processes.* Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up and engineering drawings.* Knowledge of sheet-metal design, joining methods and manufacturing feasibility.* Ability to interpret engineering specifications and technical drawings.* Good communication and coordination skills.Preferred Skills* Experience with ENOVIA / 3DEXPERIENCE / Teamcenter or other PLM systems.* Knowledge of vehicle packaging and DMU.* Knowledge of Weld, Spot Weld and joining concepts.* Exposure to DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP and change management.* Experience working with OEMs or automotive Tier-1 suppliers.* Knowledge of automotive BIW manufacturing and tooling.EducationBE / B.Tech / ME / M.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Production or related engineering discipline.Contact Person : Nikhil [phone removed]Sourced from naukri
