Mechanical Designer

Summary

Join ALTEN Mexico as a Mechanical Designer Expert and leverage your advanced technical skills and leadership abilities to oversee automated systems and mechanical tool projects from concept to manufacturing. You will utilize SolidWorks and AutoCAD for detailed design and calculations, select components based on technical requirements, and design high-speed assembly lines. This role demands expertise in pneumatics/hydraulics, safety standards (OSHA, CE, CSA), and ISO compliance. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and supervision of other designers are key aspects. The position requires extensive experience in mechanical design and proficiency in various software and design principles. ALTEN offers a competitive salary, above-law benefits, career growth opportunities, and a remote work scheme.

Requirements

• Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering
• More than 8 years of experience in mechanical design and engineering
• SolidWorks Advanced Level (5+ years)
• Parametric design, complex assemblies, simulations (FEA)
• Surface modeling, configuration management
• Technical drawings creation with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• AutoCAD: Intermediate Level (2–5 years)
• Detailed 2D drafting
• Layers, blocks, scales, and ISO/ANSI standards
• Traditional Mechanical Design: Advanced Level (5+ years)
• Force calculations, bearing selection, shafts, gears
• Fatigue analysis
• Pneumatics & Hydraulics Intermediate to Advanced Level (3+ years)
• Selection of pneumatic cylinders (force and stroke calculations)
• Valve selection, circuit design, predictive maintenance
• Standards & Regulations Intermediate Level (2–5 years)
• OSHA, CE, ISO 9001, CSA N285/NQA (quality and manufacturing standards)
• Project Management: Basic to Intermediate Level (1–3 years)
• Use of tools such as MS Project or Primavera
• Schedule tracking and technical documentation control
• Technical English: Intermediate Level (2+ years)
• Reading and writing manuals, interpreting drawings
• Communication with international teams

Responsibilities

• Use SolidWorks and AutoCAD to create detailed drawings and perform calculations for forces, speeds, and materials
• Select components (e.g., pneumatic cylinders, servomotors) based on technical requirements
• Design high-speed assembly lines (60+ parts/min), integrating sensors, safety systems, and operational sequences
• Validate that systems comply with OSHA, CE, or CSA N285/NQA standards
• Coordinate with electrical teams, programmers, and manufacturers to solve issues during integration
• Supervise other designers in the absence of the team leader
• Organize technical documentation (drawings, bills of materials, quotations) and ensure compliance with ISO standards

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Above-law benefits
• Career growth and development plan
• Remote work scheme
• Remote work support