3D/Catia Expert

About the Position

We are seeking a 3D/Catia Expert for a mechatronics design role in the automotive industry in Chicago, USA. This role is pivotal in ensuring the development of electric and electronic hardware solutions with well-balanced performance steps, delivering with quality and modular scalability to support the transition to platform all company brands.

Responsibilities

• Expert in 3D design and digital product development using CATIA (or comparable CAD tools), responsible for creating, managing, and optimizing mechanical and electromechanical designs as well as installation concepts in a 3D environment (e.g., ECUs, harness integration, packaging).
• Create and maintain 3D models and assemblies for components and systems (e.g., ECUs, housings, brackets, harness routing).
• Ensure correct packaging and installation within the overall product/vehicle architecture: space allocation, collision-free design, mounting concepts, consideration of thermal, mechanical, and environmental constraints.
• Define and implement design rules and modelling standards to ensure consistency and quality.
• Support integration of electrical and electronic components (e.g., HW, harness, connectors) into the mechanical environment.
• Perform clash/clearance analyses, tolerance analyses (dimension chains, variability).
• Enable manufacturability: support design for manufacturing (DFM), assembly (DFA), and serviceability.
• Maintain data quality in PLM/PDM systems (structure, versioning, release).
• Support change management (ECR/ECO) by updating models and ensuring consistency across assemblies.
• Collaborate closely with: HW design, harness design, system engineering, and manufacturing.
• Provide 3D data and documentation for: simulation, validation, and supplier interfaces.

Requirements

Must have

• Expert-level proficiency in CATIA (or comparable CAD tools), including:
  • 3D modeling (parts, assemblies)
  • Surface and solid design
  • Kinematics and installation studies
• Strong understanding of:
  • Mechanical design principles (materials, tolerances, fastening methods)
  • Packaging and integration in complex systems (e.g., vehicle environment)
• Ability to:
  • Interpret system and architectural requirements and translate them into 3D designs
  • Perform and evaluate clash, clearance, and tolerance analyses
• Knowledge of:
  • Manufacturing processes (injection molding, machining, sheet metal, etc.)
  • Integration of electrical/electronic components (ECUs, connectors, harness routing)
• Competence in:
  • Data management in PLM/PDM systems
  • Applying CAD standards, naming conventions, and release processes
• Analytical and structured problem-solving skills, especially for integration conflicts

Nice to Have

• Collaboration competence in cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, system, suppliers)

Languages

• English: B2 Upper Intermediate
• German: C1 Advanced

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a leading automotive industry project
• Professional growth and development opportunities

About the Company

Join a dynamic team in a leading automotive company, contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable vehicle solutions.