Lead Inflator Development Engineer (Automotive Safety)

Autoliv United States; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University discount options

Recognition awards

Company events

Job summary

Autoliv seeks an Inflator Development Engineer to lead product development from concept to production, shaping inflator performance and reliability. You will work with CFD/CAE, design teams and suppliers to industrialize production and meet safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical or aerospace engineering background, 3+ years in product development, and hands-on inflator/pyrotechnic experience. A collaborative, global environment offers growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in product development, research and development, or related technical roles.
• Experience with inflators, initiators, airbags, pyrotechnic devices, or energetic material technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data.
• Experience supporting design validation activities, testing programs, and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of GD&T, DFMEA/PFMEA, and structured root-cause analysis methodologies.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts and work within global cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead inflator product development activities from concept through validation, launch, and production implementation.
• Define and refine performance requirements to meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
• Develop innovative design solutions that balance performance, manufacturability, cost, and reliability.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute prototype builds, testing activities, and validation programs.
• Analyze test data and engineering results to identify opportunities for design optimization and continuous improvement.
• Partner with CFD, CAE, and design teams to develop robust, high-performing products.
• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing teams to support industrialization and product readiness.
• Apply engineering principles, statistical tools, and structured problem-solving methods to resolve technical challenges.
• Participate in technology development initiatives that support future product innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple global locations to deliver project objectives.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Aerospace engineering

3+ years experience

GD&TFMEA/root-cause analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Scilab

Bluesky

Job description

Autoliv seeks an Inflator Development Engineer to lead product development from concept to production, shaping inflator performance and reliability. You will work with CFD/CAE, design teams and suppliers to industrialize production and meet safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical or aerospace engineering background, 3+ years in product development, and hands-on inflator/pyrotechnic experience. A collaborative, global environment offers growth and impact.