Subsystem Technical Leader

ALTEN

The Subsystem Technical Leader is an experienced professional in mechanical and product design, responsible for leading the development, integration, and validation of complex subsystems (plastic, mechanical, electrical, or hybrid).

They ensure technical consistency across design, simulation, manufacturing, and validation teams while maintaining compliance with industry standards and customer requirements

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in PLM and CAD Systems: CATIA V5/V6, ENOVIA, Teamcenter, Unigraphics, or equivalent.
• Advanced experience in 3D and 2D modeling of complex components.
• In-depth knowledge of plastic component design and manufacturing, especially injection molding processes including draft angle optimization, parting-line definition, undercuts, and slide mechanisms.
• Strong understanding of plastic joining and assembly techniques, such as welding, bonding, and snap-fit processes.
• Expertise in GD&T and tolerance analysis following ASME Y14.5 or ISO GPS standards, ensuring precision and manufacturability.
• Solid background in vehicle or subsystem integration, especially within interior, chassis, or structural architecture.
• Experience with design validation, DFMEA, functional analysis, and design review processes.

Soft Skills

• Technical Leadership ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure project technical coherence.
• Excellent communication skills capable of working fluently in English across global teams.
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset structured problem-solving and decision-making.
• Result-driven strong focus on meeting project deadlines, quality, and performance targets.
• Proactive and autonomous demonstrates initiative in design decisions and process improvement.
• Collaborative and mentoring attitude capable of transferring knowledge and supporting team skill development.