MES, Inc.
Industries / Automotive

Precision components
for the vehicles you build.

In automotive, precision, reliability, and cost efficiency aren’t optional. MES is a trusted partner to OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers — delivering ISO 9001:2015-grade components across die casting, machining, forging, extrusion, and investment casting, verified at the source and delivered on time.

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ISO 9001:2015Powertrain & ChassisEV & HybridTier-1 Ready20–55% Cost Savings
ISO 9001
Certified quality
20–55%
Cost savings
98%+
On-time delivery
Tier-1 & OEM
Trusted supplier
The Approach

MES manages the full outsourced manufacturing process for automotive components — matching each part to the right process, alloy, and supplier, then verifying quality on the plant floor before it ships. Whether it’s a die-cast transmission housing, a forged steering knuckle, or an extruded EV battery enclosure, we deliver components that meet the stringent requirements of top-tier OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.

With ISO 9001:2015-certified quality systems and rigorously audited suppliers, every component is engineered to spec, inspected at the source, and backed by a supply chain built for automotive’s zero-defect expectations.

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Match
Part to process, alloy & supplier
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Verify
Quality checked on the plant floor
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Deliver
On-time, to OEM & Tier-1 spec
Trusted by industry leaders

Automotive OEMs and suppliers including Honda, BorgWarner, and ZF Group rely on MES for high-quality components in critical applications.

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Spotlight

Automotive doesn’t tolerate line-down surprises. That’s why MES quality engineers are embedded inside supplier facilities — verifying critical dimensions on CMM equipment, approving first articles, and managing the full PPAP documentation chain before parts leave the building.

ISO 9001:2015 capability

Sourcing through certified suppliers for OEM and Tier-1 programs

PPAP, control plans & FMEA

The automotive documentation chain, managed end to end

Source inspection

Critical features confirmed on the floor, not at your dock

Nearshore + global

Capacity in Mexico’s automotive cluster and across eight countries

Quality inspection on the factory floor
Applications

MES supplies custom-engineered automotive components across every major subsystem — matched to the process that makes them best:

Powertrain & Engine
01

Powertrain & Engine

Engine components, engine brackets, housings, automotive covers

Processes
Die castingCNC machining
Structural & Chassis
02

Structural & Chassis

Chassis brackets, suspension components, structural housings

Processes
ForgingDie casting
Thermal Management
03

Thermal Management

Heat sinks and cooling components

Processes
Die castingExtrusion
EV & Electrification
04

EV & Electrification

Battery enclosures, motor housings, structural castings

Processes
Die castingExtrusionMachining

From autonomous-driving systems to traditional drivetrain components, MES delivers precision-engineered parts tailored to your application.

Manufacturing Processes

Five processes. One partner.

MES sources and manages automotive components across all five core processes — so you consolidate suppliers without giving up capability:

Die Casting
CNC Machining
Forging
Extrusions
Investment Casting
Across the Powertrain Transition

The industry is mid-transition, and your supply chain has to serve all three at once. MES supports the full spectrum:

Traditional gas-engine vehicle on the road

Traditional Automotive

Proven components for internal-combustion powertrain, driveline, and structural applications.

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Hybrid vehicle with visible hybrid badge

Hybrids

Components bridging combustion and electrification, from engine parts to battery and thermal hardware.

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Electric vehicle charging

E-Mobility & EV

Lightweight structural castings, battery enclosures, and motor housings engineered for range and thermal performance.

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Why MES

The MES difference

What automotive demands
What MES delivers
ISO 9001:2015-grade quality
Certified suppliers + full PPAP documentation
Zero-defect expectations
Source inspection by embedded MES engineers
Cost pressure every model year
20–55% savings via global + nearshore sourcing
Volumes from prototype to full production
Scalable capacity across a six-country network
No tolerance for late parts
98%+ on-time delivery with regional warehousing
ICE, hybrid, and EV in parallel
One partner across the full powertrain transition
FAQ

Automotive industry FAQs

Die casting produces lightweight, high-volume aluminum parts with complex geometry; forging produces high-strength structural components; and investment casting creates precise steel parts with excellent surface finish. MES matches the process to the part’s load, volume, and geometry.
Aluminum die casting reduces vehicle weight, improves fuel efficiency, and supports scalable production of transmission housings, motor housings, and EV structural components.
Forging is better for safety-critical, high-load parts like steering knuckles and suspension arms; casting is ideal for lightweight, complex housings and structural applications. The right choice depends on load, geometry, and volume.
EV battery enclosures are commonly manufactured using aluminum extrusion, die casting, and sheet metal fabrication, chosen for lightweight strength and thermal management.
High-pressure aluminum die casting is widely used for transmission housings because it supports thin walls, dimensional accuracy, and high-volume production.
Investment casting reduces material waste and supports intricate geometries; CNC machining delivers tighter tolerances and precision finishing. Many components use both — cast near-net, then machined to final spec.
Forging aligns the metal’s grain flow to the part’s shape, giving superior fatigue strength and impact resistance for steering knuckles, suspension arms, wheel hubs, and drivetrain components.
Gigacasting produces large structural EV sections as single-piece aluminum castings, reducing assembly complexity, production time, and vehicle weight versus joining many smaller stampings and castings.
MES has been ISO 9001:2015 certified since 2009 and manages the full automotive quality chain — PPAP, control plans, FMEA, and material certifications — to meet OEM and Tier-1 requirements.
Yes. MES supplies lightweight structural castings, battery enclosures, motor housings, and thermal components for EV and hybrid platforms, alongside traditional ICE powertrain and chassis parts.
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Accelerate your automotive program

Partner with MES for world-class manufacturing across your automotive applications. Contact us for a consultation and see how we can help you cut cost, improve quality, and speed time-to-market.

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