Lead Automotive Optical Engineer — RFQ to SOP (Hybrid)

FORVIA HELLA; Northville (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedules

Industry leading health benefits

Lucrative PTO policy

Competitive 401K matching

Extensive career and training opportunities

Annual bonuses

On-campus restaurant

Employee water and coffee services

Team and company-wide events

Job summary

FORVIA HELLA in Northville, USA is seeking a dynamic Lead Optical Engineer to lead optical design activities and serve as the primary contact for OEM customers throughout all development phases. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and experience in automotive optical design.

This role offers hybrid work schedules, industry-leading health benefits, and numerous career opportunities. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience focused on automotive optical design activities.
• Experience leading a program from RFQ through production is a plus.
• Ability to perform well in a cross-functional international team.

Responsibilities

• Work as the optical engineering contact to OEM customers.
• Estimate required lighting development resources and costs.
• Design and develop optical lighting components.

Skills

Automotive optical design

Leadership qualities

Cross-functional team collaboration

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related engineering discipline

Job description

FORVIA HELLA in Northville, USA is seeking a dynamic Lead Optical Engineer to lead optical design activities and serve as the primary contact for OEM customers throughout all development phases. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and experience in automotive optical design.

This role offers hybrid work schedules, industry-leading health benefits, and numerous career opportunities. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in diverse teams.