Specialist, Product AB

Joyson Safety Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems in Auburn Hills, Michigan, is seeking a qualified engineer to join the Validation team within Airbag Application Engineering. The role focuses on verifying design requirements and ensuring robust validation processes.

Responsibilities include leading part review activities, routing documents for approval, coordinating environmental and third-party testing, and supporting DV/PV testing and design reviews to drive quality and safety across automotive safety systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related technical experience (Airbag technician/specialist, Aftermarket technician, Laboratory Testing).
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electronic or Industrial Engineering (preferred) or combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities; excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead validated part review activities and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Route validation documents for approval and maintain KPI tracking.
• Coordinate environmental and third-party lab testing and report results.
• Support DV/PV testing and design review activities.
• Issue purchase orders to vendors for validation testing.

Job description

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Date: Sep 10, 2026
Company: Joysonsafety
Job Function: R&D
Job Type:
Location: Auburn Hills, US
Country/Region: US
Requisition ID: 3495

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Position Summary

Working closely with the Airbag Application Engineering team as part of the Validation team to verify design requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description are to be used as a guideline and are not meant to be all-inclusive of the essential functions of the position. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Lead tested part review activities.
• Route validation related documents for approval.
• Audit/Maintain Validation KPI tracker.
• Submit parts to the lab for testing.
• Support DV/PV testing along with any related delta iterations.
• Support design review requirements and change management activities.
• Coordinate environmental testing and third-party laboratory testing.
• Generate internal validation reports.
• Issue PO’s to 3rd party vendors to complete validation testing.

Ethics and Compliance

• Read the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct of Joyson Safety Systems, understand the content and sign the Code of Conduct Certification form.
• Act in an ethical, honest and professional manner by acting on behalf of the company and conducting business with integrity, even when making difficult decisions.
• Complete all the online and/or onsite training scheduled in your location related to ethics and compliance topics.
• Become familiar with Joyson Safety Systems ' Ethics and Compliance Policies.
• Report to your supervisor, the Executive Committee, the Compliance department, or any of the available resources any possible violation of the Laws, the Code of Conduct, or the Company's Policies.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of data and information related to your job position and department.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Advanced analytical and mathematical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Proficient with computer design software including AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with project management.
• Ability to translate design concepts into physical objects.

Education and Experience

• 5+ years of related technical experience (Airbag technician/specialist, Aftermarket technician, Laboratory Testing)
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electronic or Industrial Engineering (preferred) or combination of education and experience.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future. Joyson Safety Systems manages its recruitment processes internally. We do not accept resumes or profiles submitted by external agencies or headhunters that do not have an approved service agreement through the Joyson Safety Systems Purchasing department. Any resumes sent to any employee of our organization without an approved contract will be treated as public information and will be considered free of charge. We will not recognize any fees or assume any financial responsibility arising from the hiring of candidates whose profiles have been submitted to Joyson.