The Role
Lead technical development and integration of Body-in-White and closures from concept through production. Act as SME for body structures, closures, sealing, hinges/latches, and manufacturability. Drive cross-functional integration, design reviews, supplier coordination, prototype builds, root-cause resolution, and mentor engineering teams while optimizing cost, mass, quality, and manufacturing readiness.
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Position Context
- The BIW & Closures SME Lead Engineer is responsible for leading the technical development, integration, and optimization of Body-in-White (BIW) and Closures systems throughout the vehicle development lifecycle.
- The role serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for vehicle body structures, closures architecture, structural performance, manufacturability, quality, cost, and mass optimization.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead BIW and Closures engineering activities from concept development through production launch.
- Act as the technical SME for:
- Body-in-White Structures
- Closures (Doors, Hood, Tailgate/Liftgate)
- Fender and Aperture Systems
- Sealing Interfaces
- Hinges, Latches, and Strikers
- Define and manage vehicle body architectural concepts, hard points, and engineering requirements.
- Drive cross-functional integration with Safety, NVH, Durability, Manufacturing, Vehicle Integration, and Design teams.
- Lead design reviews, package assessments, and engineering feasibility studies.
- Support root cause investigation and resolution of structural, fit & finish, sealing, and functional issues.
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure robust product and process development.
- Support prototype builds, vehicle evaluations, and launch activities.
- Conduct benchmarking studies and identify best practices for body and closures development.
- Mentor engineers and establish engineering standards, design guidelines, and technical roadmaps.
Requirements
Education / Professional Knowledge
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 15+ years of experience in automotive BIW, Closures, or Body Engineering development.
Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of vehicle body architecture and complete vehicle integration.
- Expertise in:
- BIW Structures Development
- Closures Systems Engineering
- Body Packaging and Integration
- Vehicle Structural Load Paths
- Sheet Metal Design
- Body Joints and Joining Technologies
- Sealing Systems and Water Management
- Dimensional Management and Tolerance Analysis
- Good understanding of Vehicle Attributes
- Experience with CAD tools such as:
- CATIA V5/V6
- 3DEXPERIENCE
- Teamcenter
- Siemens NX (preferred)
- Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes including:
- Stamping
- Welding
- Hemming
- Adhesive Bonding
- Assembly Operations
- Experience working with global suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.
- Effective leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple vehicle programs under aggressive timelines.
- Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
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To all recruitment agencies: VinFast does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other VinFast employees. VinFast is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering or related field
- Minimum 15+ years experience in automotive BIW, Closures, or Body Engineering development
- Experience with CAD tools: CATIA V5/V6, 3DEXPERIENCE, Teamcenter
- Experience with Siemens NX
- Expertise in BIW structures, closures systems, sheet metal design, body joints, sealing systems, and tolerance analysis
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes: stamping, welding, hemming, adhesive bonding, assembly operations
- Experience working with global suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
- Effective leadership, mentoring, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple vehicle programs under aggressive timelines
- Fluent English communication skills, written and verbal
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The Company
What We Do
VinFast is a Vietnamese multinational automotive manufacturer, established in 2017, that designs and manufactures electric vehicles (EVs), e-scooters, and e-buses. It is part of Vingroup, one of Vietnam's largest conglomerates.
