Senior Application Engineer - Turbocharger Systems

Intangible Assets LLC.; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intangible Assets LLC is seeking an experienced Application Engineer for turbocharger systems based in Sterling Heights, MI. You will support design, development, validation, and launch for automotive OEM customers, leading cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, 5+ years in automotive, and experience with 1D/3D simulations and DFSS/IATF 16949. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of automotive Tier 1 or powertrain OEM experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering/project management experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engines and air handling systems.
• Familiarity with IATF 16949.
• Knowledge of GD&T and DFSS.
• Experience with CAD and engineering simulation tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple turbocharger development projects with timelines and priorities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to design turbocharger solutions per specs.
• Provide technical expertise on engines, air handling, and turbocharger applications.
• Support design reviews, evaluations, and product development.
• Use analysis and simulations to support design decisions.
• Assist with validation testing and troubleshooting.
• Lead cross-functional teams to meet milestones and launches.
• Serve as technical contact for automotive OEM customers.
• Coordinate with global engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Provide on-site technical support as needed.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and investigations.
• Ensure activities align with automotive quality standards and customer expectations.
• Support data transfers and technical communications across teams.

Skills

Project management

Internal combustion engines

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

1D/3D simulation

GD&T

DFSS

Turbocharger knowledge

IATF 16949 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering simulation tools

Job description

Intangible Assets LLC is seeking an experienced Application Engineer for turbocharger systems based in Sterling Heights, MI. You will support design, development, validation, and launch for automotive OEM customers, leading cross-functional teams to meet project milestones.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering background, 5+ years in automotive, and experience with 1D/3D simulations and DFSS/IATF 16949. Travel up to 20% may be required.