Components and Services Specialist

Johnson Electric; Arujá; On-site; BRL 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Arujá, São Paulo, Brazil, is seeking a Components and Services Specialist to oversee components and services for automotive electric fan products onsite.

You will lead evaluations, supplier development, and product industrialization, participating in APQP, PPAP, and quality systems, with cross-functional teams and English/Portuguese reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production, Materials, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience in development and management of injected plastic components.
• Experience in supplier development, qualification, and approval processes.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop, specify, and approve components and services used in automotive electric fan products.
• Perform technical evaluations of drawings, specifications, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Support supplier selection, qualification, development, and performance improvement activities.
• Lead technical feasibility assessments for new products and engineering changes.
• Monitor plastic injection manufacturing processes and identify cost, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Logistics, Purchasing, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare technical reports and executive presentations in English and Portuguese.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

SAP

Power BI

GD&T

Job description

Join Our Team as a Components and Services Specialist at Johnson Electric!

Location: Aruja, Sao Paulo, Brazil (onsite)

Vacancy Type: Existing position

As our next Components and Services Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of the management, development, approval, and continuous improvement of components and services used in automotive electric fan manufacturing. Your expertise in plastic injection processes, supplier development, component engineering, and automotive quality systems will be critical to ensuring product performance, quality, cost optimization, and compliance with customer requirements and industry standards.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.
• Career Advancement: Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Employee Well-being: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.
• Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop, specify, and approve components and services used in automotive electric fan products
• Perform technical evaluations of drawings, specifications, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Support supplier selection, qualification, development, and performance improvement activities
• Lead technical feasibility assessments for new products and engineering changes
• Monitor plastic injection manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for cost, quality, and productivity improvements
• Evaluate injection mold designs, thermoplastic materials, and process parameters
• Participate in APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, and product industrialization activities
• Support failure investigations and root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Logistics, Purchasing, and Engineering teams to resolve technical issues
• Analyze component and service costs and develop optimization strategies
• Conduct supplier and service provider technical audits
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, automotive standards, and internal procedures
• Prepare technical reports and executive presentations in English and Portuguese
• Participate in technical meetings with customers, suppliers, and global teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Materials Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry
• Experience in the development and management of injected plastic components
• Experience in supplier development, qualification, and approval processes
• Experience in engineering projects, product industrialization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes and automotive electrofan components
• Knowledge of thermoplastic materials and plastic injection processes
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and GD&T requirements
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plans
• Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Advanced English (written and spoken)

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with automotive cooling systems or electric fan products
• Knowledge of electric motors and cooling fan modules
• Experience with plastic injection mold design and development
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms
• Knowledge of Power BI and data visualization tools
• Postgraduate degree or MBA in Industrial Management, Automotive Engineering, Quality, or related areas
• Spanish language skills

Key Competencies:

• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving capability
• Effective communication
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Organization and priority management
• Cross-functional teamwork
• Results orientation
• Sense of urgency
• Customer and quality focus

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.