Associate Eng Prod Dev CVS

Textron; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron's Kautex division is seeking an Associate Engineer in Product Development in Michigan. You will develop customer-specific Clear Vision Systems from concept to mass production, coordinating technical topics and leading risk management with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a mechanical or electrical/mechatronics background, plus experience in automotive product engineering and parts development. Travel may be necessary, and business-level English is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or a comparable technical qualification.
• Experience in automotive product engineering, ideally involving complex systems or mechatronic products.
• Experience of automotive parts development is desirable.
• Knowledge of blow moulding or injection moulding product design, including welding and assembly.
• Willingness to travel for business as required.
• Business-level English is required; German/Spanish language skills would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer-specific Clear Vision Systems products from initial concept through prototyping, validation and mass production.
• Plan and control all technical topics for assigned projects, supporting the Program Manager to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within cost targets.
• Lead proactive requirements and risk management for all technical aspects, including FMEA usage.
• Ensure customer specifications, reliability targets, and development timing are understood and achieved.
• Act as technical liaison between customer, product development teams and internal functions.
• Collaborate with design to ensure architecture meets customer specifications and demands.
• Work with manufacturing engineering to define production tooling and equipment specs for robust industrialization.
• Promote standardized development and validation testing and gain customer agreement where applicable.
• Coordinate and supervise product testing and interpret results for necessary actions or design changes.
• Ensure required parts and deliverables are available in line with project timing.
• Provide engineering support during customer visits and audits; lead small to medium projects as Technical Project Lead Engineer.
• Assist with project budget control and capacity planning.

Skills

Automotive product engineering

Mechatronics concepts

Willingness to travel

English language

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Mechatronics

Job description

Associate Eng Prod Dev CVS (Job Number: 344840)

Kautex is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, Kautex offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.textronjobs.com.

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex offers highly advanced technologies and services worldwide.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

Develop customer-specific Clear Vision Systems products from initial system concept and quotation through prototyping, validation, engineering release and mass production.

Plan and control all technical topics for assigned projects, supporting the Program Manager in delivering high-quality solutions on time and within agreed cost targets.

Lead proactive requirements and risk management for all technical aspects, including continuous use of FMEA tools.

Ensure customer specifications, customer-specific requirements, cost targets, design-for-manufacture expectations and project timing are understood and achieved.

Act as the technical liaison between the customer, product development teams and internal functions, including design, manufacturing and industrialization.

Work with design colleagues to ensure the product and system architecture meet customer specifications and demands.

Work with manufacturing engineering to define production tooling and equipment specifications and to support robust industrialization.

Promote standardized development and validation testing, seeking customer agreement where the approach is useful and applicable.

Coordinate and supervise product testing, including the appropriate handling of hazardous substances where relevant; interpret results and implement necessary actions or design modifications.

Ensure required parts and technical deliverables are available in line with customer and project timing.

Provide product engineering expertise during customer visits and audits and in cross-functional collaboration with other departments.

Act as Technical Project Lead Engineer for small to medium-complexity projects, coordinating the technical team as required.

Support project budget control and capacity planning activities.

Comply with IATF 16949 and all applicable customer-specific, quality, safety and internal requirements.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics or a comparable technical qualification.
• Experience in automotive product engineering is preferred, ideally involving complex systems or mechatronic products.
• Experience of automotive parts development is desirable.
• Knowledge of blow moulding or injection moulding product design, including welding and assembly, is a strong advantage.
• Willingness to travel for business as required.
• Enthusiasm for the automotive industry. The scope and level of responsibility will be aligned with the successful candidate’s professional experience.
• Business-level English is required.
• German / Spanish language skills would be beneficial but are not essential.

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