ALTEN Mexico, is a leading engineering company that specializes in providing innovative solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. We work directly with different industries including Automotive, Energy, Aeronautics, Banking & Insurance, Telecom & Multimedia, and Rail; offering services ranging from project design development to test/validation, programming, implementation, and manufacturing.
ALTEN Mexico as a subsidiary of the ALTEN Group is currently working with international clients, and we are looking for a Mechanical Engineer Sr who will contribute to the development of an Iron Air Battery, a large-scale energy storage solution, as mechanical DFX lead for cost, manufacturability, design integration, and technical delivery.
Location: Remote
Experience Level: 5+ years
English: B2–C1
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical work packages and allocate activities across the mechanical team.
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Develop and review redesign concepts for pack structures, roof/base skid, cell hardware, piping, fittings, scrubber vessel, and sustaining issues.
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Drive design reviews, problem resolution, supplier DFM discussions, and cross-functional decisions.
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Ensure designs maintain critical interfaces and backward compatibility where required.
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Review CAD, drawings, GD&T, tolerance analyses, BOMs, cost estimates, and validation plans.
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Coordinate FEA, CFD, plastics, materials, electrical, manufacturing, and sourcing inputs.
Requirements
Must‑Have Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or related fields.
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7+ years of mechanical product-development experience, including technical ownership of complex assemblies.
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Experience in product design from concept through detailed design, verification, release, and production support.
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Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, DFMEA, and engineering change control.
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Ability to communicate technical tradeoffs, risks, and recommendations across design, manufacturing, analysis, suppliers, and customers.
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Advanced SolidWorks capability for parts, assemblies, drawings, configurations, and design changes; experience with PLM/PDM and formal release processes.
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Demonstrated cost-reduction, supplier collaboration, and technical-leadership experience.
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Ability to combine CAD, CAE results, supplier feedback, validation planning, and cost data into design decisions.
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Experience with structures, sheet metal, welded assemblies, piping, fittings, plastics, tolerance analysis, and mechanical interfaces.
English level B2–C1.
Preferred Skills
Industry Knowledge:
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Experience in energy storage systems (e.g., batteries, iron-air technology).
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Familiarity with large-scale mechanical or industrial projects.
Software and Tools:
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Experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems (e.g., TeamCenter, Windchill).
Innovation and Optimization:
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Experience in design optimization (e.g., topology optimization, weight reduction).
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Knowledge of sustainable and eco-friendly design practices.
Manufacturing and Materials:
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Understanding of advanced manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, CNC machining).
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Knowledge of material selection for extreme environments (e.g., corrosion resistance, high-temperature materials).
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
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Technical leadership and decision‑making capability.
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Problem‑solving and analytical thinking.
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Time management and ability to operate under tight deadlines.
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Detail‑oriented mindset with strong documentation discipline.
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Supplier coordination and negotiation skills.
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Continuous improvement and robust design focus.
Benefits
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Competitive salary
- Benefits above those required by law
- Career growth and development plan
- Remote work scheme