Team Lead, Product Engineering

Allparts, Inc.; Colmar (PA); On-site; USD 92,700 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Profit-sharing

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Dorman Products seeks a Team Lead in Product Engineering to guide a team responsible for the development, validation, and launch of automotive aftermarket products. You will drive priorities, remove barriers, and ensure on-time delivery while coordinating with Product Management, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.

The successful candidate will mentor engineers, promote best practices, and act as the primary escalation point for technical issues, supporting strategic planning and resource

Qualifications

• Technical degree with 7+ years in product engineering or related field.
• Experience leading engineering teams and cross-functional projects.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, PPAP methods.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and automotive systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the Product Engineering team.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and professional development.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings to support growth and performance.
• Review designs, validation plans, and drawings for compliance.
• Serve as primary engineering escalation point for complex issues.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across functions and sites.
• Support resource planning and project prioritization.
• Promote standardized processes and continuous improvement.
• Oversee end-to-end product development from concept to launch.

Skills

Leadership / team development

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Engineering analysis

Communication skills

Automotive product development

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

BS in mechanical or electrical engineering

Associate degree with 9+ years experience

MS/MBA preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

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Team Lead, Product Engineering

Date: Jul 28, 2026

Company: Dorman Products

Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy‑duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,800 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Reaching a revenue of $2.13 billion in 2025, Dorman is publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM.

Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

The Product Engineering Team Lead provides technical and people leadership for a team of product engineers responsible for the development, validation, and launch of automotive aftermarket products. This role directs engineering activities, establishes priorities, removes technical barriers, and ensures successful execution of product development initiatives. The Team Lead works closely with Product Management, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and global engineering teams to deliver innovative, high‑quality products that meet customer and business requirements.

The Team Lead is responsible for mentoring and developing engineering talent, fostering collaboration across functional groups, promoting engineering best practices, and driving continuous improvement in product development processes. The position serves as the primary technical escalation point for the engineering team and supports strategic planning and resource allocation within the product engineering organization.

Primary Duties

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities and priorities of the Product Engineering team.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, coaching, and professional development for engineers within the team.
• Conduct regular one‑on‑one meetings and support employee growth through goal setting, feedback, and development planning.
• Review and approve engineering designs, validation plans, technical documentation, drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Serve as the primary technical escalation point for complex engineering, manufacturing, quality, or supplier‑related issues.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration between Engineering, Product Management, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and global engineering teams.
• Support resource planning, project prioritization, and workload balancing to achieve department objectives.
• Champion engineering best practices, standardized development processes, design reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure successful execution of product development programs from concept through validation and launch.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks or equivalent CAD systems.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, casting, stamping, molding, and electronics assembly.
• Working knowledge of automotive product development processes including DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, and PPAP methodologies.
• Strong understanding of automotive mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Knowledge of automotive electronic control systems including sensors, actuators, controllers, and embedded electronics.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and electronic component specifications.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical system failures using engineering analysis and test data.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and driving technical decision‑making.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirement: Capability to lift 20 pounds.

Working obligations: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items from one location to another, and speak and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate.

Education / Experience

• Technical degree (BS) in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related discipline, with 7+ years of experience; or
• Associate degree with 9+ years of experience
• Advanced degree (MSME, MSEE, MBA) preferred

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The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $92,700.00 to $138,000.00. This role is also eligible for a bonus. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit‑sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com

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