Automotive Engineer

Job Title: Vehicle Engineer

Location: Winamac, IN (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time (Relocation assistance available)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Engineer to lead the design, engineering, and integration of new vehicle platforms, with a focus on wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions. This is a hands-on role involving mechanism design, structural engineering, closures, and full vehicle system integration from concept through production.

The ideal candidate has strong automotive engineering experience, expertise in mechanism and sheet-metal design, and the ability to manage projects while working cross-functionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle conversions using Inventor CAD
• Engineer mechanisms, suspensions, closures, and structural components
• Lead design, procurement, prototype builds, validation, and production following APQP processes
• Ensure designs meet cost, quality, performance, and reliability requirements
• Oversee prototype builds and conduct testing
• Participate in design reviews and address risks or manufacturability concerns
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Product teams
• Recommend cost-effective and standardized design improvements
• Drive continuous improvement across products and processes

Required Skills & Technical Expertise

• Strong background in mechanism design and vehicle system engineering
• Proficiency in Inventor, AutoCAD, Vault, and MS Office
• Knowledge of sheet metal, structural design, welding, closures, and suspension systems
• Understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, DFMEA/PFMEA, DVP&R, DFA/DFM, and basic FEA
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in automotive or vehicle engineering
• Experience with mechanism design, steel/aluminum components, and dimensional management
• Prototype build or launch experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Relocation assistance provided
• Bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package