The Role
Lead the development of vehicle layouts and architectures, ensuring integration of all systems and components. Collaborate with various teams on vehicle design and performance optimization.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Overview:
VinFast is a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company committed to transforming the global automotive industry through sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. As a leader in the EV market, VinFast is dedicated to delivering premium-quality vehicles that combine cutting-edge technology with exceptional performance and design.
As a Package Zone Lead Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and developing the overall vehicle layout and architecture. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure that all systems and components are seamlessly integrated to meet performance, cost, weight, and ergonomic targets.
Main Tasks:
- Lead upstream architectural studies to define
vehicle concepts and technical envelopes for new programs (e.g., Engine, Fuel
tank, body-in-white layout, HV battery packaging, powertrain integration, crash
and NVH strategies).
- Translate business, brand, and regulatory requirements into high-level
vehicle architectures.
- Define hardpoints and major dimensions in collaboration with design,
powertrain, electrical, thermal, and manufacturing teams.
- Lead trade-off studies for packaging, performance, and cost optimization.
- Evaluate multi-functional feasibility (ergonomics, safety, thermal,
electrical) early in development.
- Create and maintain vehicle architecture documentation, including layout
packages, architecture briefs, and system integration plans.
- Support target setting for mass, dimensions, performance, and cost from an
architectural viewpoint.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence key decisions on vehicle
platform strategy and modularity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent industry experience) in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in vehicle architecture or packaging within the automotive industry.
- Proficiency in CATIA V5 and Teamcenter; familiarity with other CAD/PLM systems (UG/NX, AutoCAD) is a plus.
- Proven experience working on full vehicle design from concept to production.
- Good understanding of vehicle regulations, ergonomics, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, multicultural environment.
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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 degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in vehicle architecture or packaging
- Proficiency in CATIA V5 and Teamcenter
- Experience working on full vehicle design from concept to production
- Understanding of vehicle regulations, ergonomics, and manufacturing feasibility
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work in a cross-functional, multicultural environment
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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.
