Principal Engineer - Mechanical

Mission

• To design, develop, and optimize gearboxes specifically for electric vehicle (EV) applications, ensuring efficiency, durability, and performance.
• Support cross-functional teams in delivering robust drivetrain systems for current and future EV platforms
  

Responsibilities~

• Design and develop gearbox systems specifically designed for EV drivetrains.
• Perform simulations and calculations related to gear strength, thermal behavior, and NVH.
• Conduct detailed analysis of gear materials, lubrication systems, and bearing arrangements.
• Design of proto samples & Testing/Process Fixtures
• Collaborate with motor, inverter, and vehicle integration teams to ensure system-level compatibility.
• Define and manage gearbox technical specifications and requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and drive resolution of gearbox-related issues.
• Support DFMEA and DVP activities for gearbox systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers for gearbox components for manufacturing feasibility.
• Review and validate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings.
• Ensure gearbox designs meet regulatory and safety standards.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and milestone tracking.
• Assist in cost optimization and weight reduction initiatives.
• Design of components inline with DFM requirements
• Able to apply geometric functional & annotations & validate the same by stackup analysis
• Coordinate with testing teams for endurance, noise, and efficiency evaluations.
• Analyze field data and customer feedback for continuous improvement.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and interns.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in intellectual property development and patent reviews.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards
  

Education/Training

• Bachelor / Master degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering
• Specialized certification in transmission systems or electric mobility added advantage
  

Professional Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in gearbox design and development, preferably in the automotive or EV sector.
• Experience with gear calculation software and transmission validation processes is required.
• Good understanding of GD&T, Stackup analysis (3DCS added advantage)
  

Languages

• Fluency in English;
• French / German knowledge will be an added advantage
  

Other Specifications

• Ability to independently steer projects with confidence and ownership.
• Demonstrates high professionalism, transparency, and accountability.
• Adheres strictly to VALEO’s Ethics & Compliance Policy.
• Open to limited travel and flexible in working across office, lab, and testing environments
  

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