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MAHLE

Product Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

Your Contribution As a Product Engineer, you will be part of our EGR, iCAC technical development ... Minimum of 5 years' experience in automotive product development especially in EGR and Charge air ...

MAHLE

Product Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

Your Contribution As a Product Engineer, you will be part of our EGR, iCAC technical development ... Minimum of 5 years' experience in automotive product development especially in EGR and Charge air ...

MAHLE GmbH

Product Engineer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive ... Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility Your Contribution As a Product Engineer, you will be ...

Minth Group

Supplier Integrated Product Engineer

Wixom, MI · On-site

$90 - $105/hr

Supplier Integrated Product Engineer Full Time Minth North America, Inc., Wixom, MI, US 5 days ago ... Develop and execute future automotive products, primarily but not limited to Pillar exterior trim ...

AprilAire

Product Engineer II

Sun Prairie, WI · On-site

Preparing engineering specifications * Providing technical product support to Procurement and ... or automotive products. * Experience in the design of high volume products is desirable

XDIN

Product Engineer

Macungie, PA · On-site

Description XDIN subsidiary of ALTEN Group includes 500 employees dedicated to the automotive ... Responsibilities: * Leads Liaison activities between GTT engineering and the GTO production ...

Magna Engineered Glass

Product Engineer

Holland, MI · On-site

$38.46 - $48.08/hr

The Product Engineer at Magna Engineered Glass applies engineering principles and analytical ... Skilled Automotive OEM Experience (must): Skilled Negotiation and Public Speaking Experience (must)

Addison Group

Product Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$77K - $115K/yr

Product Engineer Industry: Automotive Manufacturing / Remanufacturing Location (city, state): Oklahoma City, OK Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $77,000-$115,000 annually, depending on experience ...

Addison Group

Product Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$77K - $115K/yr

Product Engineer Industry: Automotive Manufacturing / Remanufacturing Location (city, state): Oklahoma City, OK Assignment Type: Direct Hire Pay: $77,000-$115,000 annually, depending on experience ...

XDIN

Product Engineer

Macungie, PA

XDIN subsidiary of ALTEN Group includes 500 employees dedicated to the automotive engineering ... We believe in quality support from concept through production, and delivering the best customer ...

Future Soft IT

Product Design Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

This position is responsible for designing and developing automotive products that meet or exceed customer expectations while supporting new product launches, engineering changes, validation ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive product engineer in the United States is $84,099.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automotive product engineer?

To thrive as an Automotive Product Engineer, you need a solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, computer-aided design (CAD), and often a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools like CATIA, SolidWorks, and automotive industry standards, as well as knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO/TS 16949, are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication help engineers navigate complex design challenges and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These competencies are crucial for developing innovative, safe, and reliable automotive products that meet market and regulatory demands.

What are some common challenges automotive product engineers face when bringing a new vehicle component from concept to production?

Automotive Product Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing innovative design with manufacturability and cost constraints, ensuring compliance with strict safety and regulatory standards, and coordinating with cross-functional teams like manufacturing, procurement, and quality assurance. Managing tight deadlines and adapting designs based on prototype testing or supplier feedback are also integral parts of the process. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and adaptability within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What is the difference between Automotive Product Engineer vs Automotive Design Engineer?

AspectAutomotive Product EngineerAutomotive Design Engineer
Primary FocusDeveloping, testing, and improving automotive products for manufacturing and market readinessCreating and designing new automotive components and systems
Required SkillsProduct testing, quality assurance, manufacturing processes, CAD, project managementConcept design, CAD, engineering analysis, creativity, prototyping
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, R&D labs, cross-functional teamsDesign studios, CAD labs, R&D departments
Common UsageAutomotive companies, suppliers, OEMsAutomotive OEMs, design firms, engineering consultancies

Automotive Product Engineers focus on bringing automotive products from concept to production, ensuring quality and functionality. Automotive Design Engineers concentrate on creating innovative vehicle components and systems. Both roles require technical skills and collaboration but differ mainly in their core responsibilities and work environments.

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Product Engineer

MAHLE

Farmington Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

MAHLE rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

292nd of 495 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Your Contribution
As a Product Engineer, you will be part of our EGR, iCAC technical development and acquisition team in NAFTA. You will provide technical leadership for product development and optimization of current and future iCAC and EGR designs, work with the customer in understanding and developing their requirements and harmonizing with MAHLE standards and capabilities to design and develop a suitable product. You will oversee all technical aspects of assigned development project by Product manager, such as Design, Validation, Costing as well as cost reduction/avoidance (iPCO). You will also be working hand in hand with the Program Management team while getting support from Purchasing, Logistics, Preventive Quality, Supplier Quality, and Process Planning.
  • Performs under the direction of the Engineering Manager and as a member of a project team, gives technical leadership for product development and optimization of iCAC and EGR products
  • This is a product engineering position to lead and work with all cross functions such as purchasing, quality, program management, and sales to ensure the development program is meeting and keeping all its milestones and all technical deliveries from prototypes to technical presentations.
  • Lead DAM (Design Acceptance Meeting) and Support and participation PAM (Process Acceptance Meeting)
  • Coordination of concept, design, and release of iCAC & EGR components
  • Define thermal capacities and technical requirements for iCAC and EGR (heat exchangers) cooling components and harmonize with customer needs
  • Support production trials (MBPR/TPR) in accordance with the schedule identified by the project team/customer and achieve customer PPAP
  • Create and execute DVP&R for iCAC & EGR products
  • Perform 1D simulations on heat exchangers
  • Liaison between Stuttgart Engineering and local customers
  • Provide technical input for component level DFMEA and design for assembly workshops
  • Work with the test lab to ensure all test specs are understood and executed accordingly
  • Lead component level design reviews and drawing evaluations to ensure proper application of specifications and GD&T as it relates to interfacing with suppliers and customers (both external and internal)
  • Lead and direct component design engineer in the creation of the BOM, 3D models, and 2D drawings according to the schedule identified by the project team/customer
  • Participate in project team, customer, and department meetings
  • Lead, establish and maintain supplier technical communications and open Issue list for assigned components

Your Experience & Qualifications
  • Bachelor Science in Engineering (EE or ME preferred but not required)
  • Master of Science in Engineering preferred but not required
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in automotive product development especially in EGR and Charge air coolers preferred.
  • Familiarity/Knowledge on heat exchangers & manufacturing processes preferred
  • Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid dynamics
  • Knowledge of and experience in the facilitation of DFMEA workshops in a project team
  • Knowledge of creating and maintaining DVP&R

Our Offer
We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s)
For more information about MAHLE and what a career with us looks like for you, click here. and to learn more about our foundation owned technology group click here.
#DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.
MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website www.jobs.mahle.com
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Benefits: Benefits-US/CH_CN_DI_IB_LI_MA_MP_MW_OB_PH
Entry level: Experienced hires
Part- / Full-time: Full Time
Functional area: Research & Development
Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems
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