Lead Product Engineer

Mann; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

MANN+HUMMEL in Portage, Michigan seeks a Lead Product Engineer to guide the design and development of liquid filtration systems. You will drive complex concepts, align with specifications, cost targets, and schedules, and mentor engineers while collaborating with global teams.

You will also influence manufacturing processes, participate in Kaizen activities, and support Gates per the xSEP process, with a focus on delivering robust, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• 3–5 years in a lead engineering role leading cross-cultural teams.
• Ability to define tasks with deadlines and monitor progress.
• Experience with DFMEA and new product development.
• Familiarity with automotive/heavy‑duty industries and plastics/metal processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of liquid filtration system products.
• Coordinate CAE activities and validate designs against specs and costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production strategies.
• Mentor PDE I and PDE II team members and support Kaizen/DLS.
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and alignment.

Skills

Lead engineering

Cross-cultural leadership

DFMEA

NX/Catia/Creo

Automotive / Heavy-Duty

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

NX

Catia

Creo

Job description

Requisition ID8842-Posted07/31/2026-1OEAM-EN-USP-A Liquid Filtration Systems-Heavy Duty & Industry (BT)-Portage- Job Country (1)

As a Lead Product Engineer at MANN+HUMMEL in Portage, Michigan, you will play a pivotal role in driving the design and development of liquid filtration system products. Your responsibilities will include leading the conceptualization of complex designs, ensuring alignment with specifications, cost targets, and project timelines. Additionally, you will foster cross-functional collaboration, contribute to manufacturing process enhancements, and mentor team members to effectively achieve project objectives.

Main Tasks

• Lead the design and development of liquid filtration system products, conceptuallyizing complex designs to meet internal/external specifications, cost, and timelines
• Maintain a high level of accountability and responsiveness in customer communication, ensuring customer satisfaction and positioning the company as the preferred choice
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate product designs, determine feasibility, and minimize costs for development and manufacturing
• Work closely with operations to align product designs with production strategies, understanding and optimizing process capabilities
• Coordinate Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) activities for product design validation, analyzing results to optimize performance, robust manufacturing, and cost
• Collaborate with Testing to establish validation methods, interpret results, and recommend design changes based on test outcomes
• Work with Global Business and Technology Solutions (GBTS) for engineering and CAD tasks
• Mentor and delegate tasks to assist in the development of PDE I and PDE II team members
• Actively participate and support Kaizen/DLS workshops and contribute to annual objectives
• Complete required tasks for each Gate as per the xSEP process

Your Profile

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering

Skills:

• Minimum3-5 years of experience in a lead engineering role.
• Proven experience in leading cross-cultural engineering teams effectively
• Proficiency in communicating clearly and delegating tasks across diverse linguistic backgrounds
• Ability to define tasks with precise outcomes and deadlines aligned with project timelines
• Strong follow-up and progress monitoring skills, adaptable to flexible schedules for coordinating with global colleagues
• Familiarity with Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Basic understanding of internal combustion engine systems
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective organization and task management to meet project deadlines
• Experience in new product development
• Availability for overnight domestic travel (10-20%)
• Experience with NX/Catia/Creo preferred
• Background in Automotive and/or Heavy-Duty industry preferred
• Knowledge of plastics engineering,metal stamping and casting, or previous involvement in filtration projects a plus

We offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within a global organization.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation. #LI-Onsite