Casting Design Engineer...

Job Title : Bracket Design Engineer – Automotive Department : Body / Chassis / Powertrain / Electrical Packaging (depending on bracket function)

&##The Bracket Design Engineer is responsible for the concept, design, development, and release of metallic and plastic brackets used across various vehicle systems. The engineer ensures all bracket designs meet functional, structural, packaging, manufacturability, cost, and quality requirements .

&##Design & Development

Design and develop metallic and plastic brackets (stamping, casting, or injection-molded) to support body, powertrain, chassis, or electrical components.

Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using tools like CATIA V5 / V6, NX, or Creo .

Conduct design feasibility reviews with manufacturing, NVH, CAE, and packaging teams .

Packaging & Integration

Manage bracket packaging in tight vehicle environments ensuring no clash / interference with nearby components.

Interface with Body, Chassis, Electrical, and Powertrain teams to align mounting points and load paths.

Support validation and testing of brackets (vibration, fatigue, durability).

Address test issues through design modifications and implement countermeasures.

Work closely with suppliers and tooling teams during design and prototype build phases.

Participate in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews.

Support launch builds and resolve bracket fitment or assembly issues at the plant.

⚙️ Proficiency in 3D CAD (CATIA V5 / V6, Siemens NX, Creo).

Strong understanding of Sheet Metal Design , Casting Design , and Plastic Component Design .

Analytical mindset with problem-solving and root-cause analysis capability.

Attention to detail with a focus on quality, timing, and cost .

Ability to work in a fast-paced, global automotive environment .

&##Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.

~2–6 years of experience in bracket or component design in the automotive industry.