Design Engineer - Driveline Systems Job

We are seeking a passionate and driven Design Engineer with a strong interest in driveline systems to join a high-impact powertrain design team. This is an opportunity to work on advanced torque-transferring components and play a key role in bringing innovative vehicle systems to market.

In your first two years, you will contribute to the design and development of driveline components for an upcoming program. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including suppliers, purchasing, manufacturing plants, and vehicle design groups to ensure seamless integration and successful product launches.

Key aspects of the role include:

Partnering with suppliers through simultaneous engineering, including on-site visits to manufacturing facilities
Developing and releasing engineering drawings and component specifications
Supporting prototype builds, trials, and production launches to ensure quality and performance targets are met
Working with customer-facing teams to proactively address potential issues and enhance end-user experience
You will report to the Driveline Design Manager and contribute to delivering world-class powertrain solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

Create and validate 3D models, 2D drawings, and supplier specifications following established design processes
Lead design reviews, clearly demonstrating how your designs meet functional and performance targets
Analyze gaps related to cost, weight, durability, strength, and warranty performance, and develop data-driven countermeasures
Build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners across design, manufacturing, purchasing, and supplier development
Manage supplier performance to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality components aligned with program milestones
Benchmark competitive and internal designs to drive continuous improvement in cost and customer experience

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in automotive design and development, with a focus on driveline components such as transfer cases, differentials, propshafts, and driveshafts
Strong CAD skills and solid understanding of GD&T principles
Experience releasing prototype and production drawings and supplier specifications
Knowledge of common automotive manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, thermoplastics, and rubber molding
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Understanding of conventional, hybrid, and electrified driveline systems
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
A collaborative mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

Nice to Have

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Hands-on experience with driveline or powertrain assemblies
Experience with CATIA, FEA, NVH, and vehicle simulation tools
Familiarity with DRBFM methodologies
Knowledge of quality management and supply chain principles
Experience working in a multicultural, global engineering environment

Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Company Cafeteria

Adapt Technology is a dynamic engineering and staffing firm based in the US, specializing in comprehensive design, invention, prototyping, and manufacturing services across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, and defense. We are committed to delivering precise, innovative solutions from concept to production through close collaboration with our clients and a talented team of engineers.