Product Engineer Engine System Cooling

ManpowerGroup; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health savings account

Health FSA

Dependent care FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Travel insurance

401(k) + match

Weekly pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Product Engineer Engine System Cooling in Auburn Hills, MI, to drive design, development, validation, and release of cooling components for vehicle programs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver innovative, manufacturable solutions that meet performance and quality goals.

The role covers the complete product lifecycle from concept through launch, requiring hands-on engineering work, DFMEA participation, and ongoing cost improvement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive product development, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Experience with engine cooling systems, thermal management systems, heat exchangers, coolant systems, HVAC systems, fluid systems, or related automotive cooling components.
• Experience supporting components through the complete product development lifecycle, including design, development, validation, testing, and launch.
• Experience using CAD software such as CATIA, NX, Creo, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of engineering validation and testing processes.
• Experience performing root cause analysis and technical problem solving.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with design, CAE, testing, manufacturing, and supplier teams.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and release engine cooling system components.
• Support cooling module assemblies including radiators, condensers, electric fan assemblies, transmission oil coolers, coolant hoses and tubes, valves, pumps, and electric coolant heaters.
• Lead early packaging and component development activities to achieve cooling system functional objectives.
• Coordinate design, CAE activities, prototyping, testing, and associated engineering documentation.
• Develop and maintain Design Validation Plans and Reports (DVP&R).
• Participate in DFMEA activities to identify and mitigate potential design risks.
• Collaborate with suppliers to support design-for-manufacturability and monitor component maturity milestones.
• Support vehicle assembly builds, testing events, and issue resolution activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for technical concerns.
• Address post-launch quality issues and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Work closely with design, CAE, manufacturing, testing, and supplier teams throughout development programs.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Thermal management

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

CATIA

NX

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Join a leading name in the automotive industry known for developing advanced vehicle systems, where your work will directly impact vehicle performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Job Information

Job Title: Product Engineer Engine System Cooling

Job Type: Temp/Contract — High potential for direct hire with the company based on performance.

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Pay Range: $50.91/hour

Job Overview

Are you passionate about automotive engineering and thermal management systems? We are seeking a Product Engineer Engine System Cooling to support the design, development, validation, and release of critical cooling system components for vehicle programs. In this role, you will collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams and suppliers to deliver innovative solutions that support performance, quality, and manufacturability objectives. This opportunity is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving technical challenges while working throughout the complete product development lifecycle.

What’s the Job?

• Design, develop, validate, and release engine cooling system components
• Support cooling module assemblies including radiators, condensers, electric fan assemblies, transmission oil coolers, coolant hoses and tubes, valves, pumps, and electric coolant heaters
• Lead early packaging and component development activities to achieve cooling system functional objectives
• Coordinate design, CAE activities, prototyping, testing, and associated engineering documentation
• Develop and maintain Design Validation Plans and Reports (DVP&R)
• Participate in DFMEA activities to identify and mitigate potential design risks
• Collaborate with suppliers to support design‑for‑manufacturability and monitor component maturity milestones
• Support vehicle assembly builds, testing events, and issue resolution activities
• Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for technical concerns
• Address post‑launch quality issues and identify cost reduction opportunities
• Work closely with design, CAE, manufacturing, testing, and supplier teams throughout development programs

What’s Needed?

• 3‑5 years of experience in automotive product development, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering field
• Experience with engine cooling systems, thermal management systems, heat exchangers, coolant systems, HVAC systems, fluid systems, or related automotive cooling components
• Experience supporting components through the complete product development lifecycle, including design, development, validation, testing, and launch
• Experience using CAD software such as CATIA, NX, Creo, SolidWorks, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of engineering validation and testing processes
• Experience performing root cause analysis and technical problem solving
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with design, CAE, testing, manufacturing, and supplier teams
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with radiators, condensers, fan assemblies, transmission oil coolers, coolant hoses/tubes, valves, pumps, or electric coolant heaters
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, and APQP
• Experience supporting vehicle testing and launch activities
• Experience working directly with suppliers and managing development milestones
• Exposure to CAE analysis and thermal performance evaluations
• Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, or technical degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field

What’s In It for Me?

• Opportunity to contribute to next‑generation automotive cooling and thermal management systems
• Exposure to full product development cycles from concept through launch
• Collaborative environment working with engineering, manufacturing, testing, and supplier teams
• Hands‑on involvement in vehicle development and validation activities
• Professional growth through advanced engineering tools, processes, and cross‑functional teamwork
• Competitive hourly compensation at $50.91 per hour

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast‑changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in‑demand talent.