Product Engineer

Actalent; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement and 401(k) plans

Professional development and learning

Health and wellness programs

Employee referral program

Employee engagement programs and MAHLE

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Product Engineer in Farmington Hills, MI to drive development and optimization of cooling components and heat exchangers within a global automotive systems framework. You will lead cross-functional teams across design, testing, and suppliers to translate customer needs into robust hardware and validated performance.

The role demands 5+ years in automotive product development, DVP&R expertise, and strong thermodynamics/heat transfer knowledge with direct EGR/iCAC experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of automotive product development experience.
• DVP&R development/maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical activities with customers, suppliers, engineering, and test teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and optimization of iCAC and EGR cooling components.
• Coordinate product concept, design, development, and release activities.
• Translate customer requirements into technical product requirements.
• Define thermal capacities and technical requirements for heat exchanger components.
• Create and execute DVP&R and coordinate validation activities with the test lab.
• Perform 1D simulations for heat exchanger applications.
• Support component-level DFMEA activities.
• Lead design reviews and drawing evaluations, including specification and GD&T compliance.
• Support production trials and customer PPAP.
• Coordinate BOMs, 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical deliverables.
• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, suppliers, local teams, and Stuttgart Engineering.
• Support cost reduction, warranty, industrialization, launch, and production activities.

Skills

Automotive product development

DVP&R development

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering degree

Master's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Product EngineerJob Description

Join a global leader in automotive systems as a Product Engineer, contributing to the development and optimization of cooling products and heat exchangers. Work within a dynamic technical development team to advance sustainable mobility solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and optimization of iCAC and EGR cooling components.

• Coordinate product concept, design, development, and release activities.

• Translate customer requirements into technical product requirements.

• Define thermal capacities and technical requirements for heat exchanger components.

• Create and execute DVP&R and coordinate validation activities with the test lab.

• Perform 1D simulations for heat exchanger applications.

• Support component-level DFMEA activities.

• Lead design reviews and drawing evaluations, including specification and GD&T compliance.

• Support production trials and customer PPAP.

• Coordinate BOMs, 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical deliverables.

• Serve as a technical liaison between customers, suppliers, local teams, and Stuttgart Engineering.

• Support cost reduction, warranty, industrialization, launch, and production activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• 5+ years of automotive product development experience

• DVP&R development/maintenance experience

• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics

• Ability to lead cross-functional technical activities with customers, suppliers, engineering, and test teams

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Direct EGR/iCAC experience

• Heat exchanger experience

• Mechanical Engineering degree

• Master's degree in Engineering

• 1D simulation experience

• DFMEA facilitation

• GD&T/design review experience

• PPAP/production launch experience

Work Environment

Work within a collaborative and innovative environment focused on advancing automotive thermal management technologies. Engage with cross-functional teams and utilize state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to drive product excellence.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Farmington, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement and 401(k) plans after the applicable vesting period
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Health and wellness programs, with offerings varying by location
• Employee referral program
• Employee engagement programs and other conveniences through MAHLEforMe

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Farmington,MI.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.