Product Development Engineer(Automotive)
Role Overview
Mid-level, hands-on role developing automotive accessories and vehicle-integrated products from concept through prototype to production.
Works with suppliers, OEM customers, and internal commercial teams on design, sourcing, engineering, testing, and launch.
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Role overview
Mid-level, hands-on role developing automotive accessories and vehicle-integrated products from concept through prototype to production.
Works with suppliers, OEM customers, and internal commercial teams on design, sourcing, engineering, testing, and launch.
Product design and engineering
- Develop 3D CAD models and technical drawings for metal, plastic, and electronic-integrated automotive accessories.
- Reverse-engineer from physical samples and scan data; prepare BOMs, tolerance stack-ups, and manufacturing-ready documentation.
- Ensure designs meet DFM, DFA, and cost targets; coordinate prototype development and testing.
Technical sourcing
- Work with procurement to identify global suppliers and evaluate technical capabilities and production feasibility.
- Review injection-mold, die-cast, and sheet-metal tooling concepts; support RFQs with technical specifications.
- Analyze supplier drawings and propose technical improvements.
Testing and validation
- Plan and supervise validation for fitment, durability, vibration, and temperature.
- Coordinate vehicle field testing and ensure compliance with relevant automotive standards where applicable.
- Maintain approval and OEM submission documentation.
Coordination and cost
- Liaise with marketing, warehouse, logistics, and after-sales teams; participate in OEM technical discussions when required.
- Optimize product designs for cost, evaluate supplier cost breakdowns, and support engineering-based cost reduction and margin calculations.
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering.
- 4–8 years of experience in automotive product development or accessory engineering.
- Hands-on 3D CAD experience using SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or equivalent.
- Understanding of injection molding, sheet metal, extrusion, and assembly processes.
- Experience with international suppliers and practical understanding of automotive fitment and vehicle integration.
Preferred skills
- Exposure to embedded electronics or accessory integration, including CAN, sensors, or lighting.
- Experience with rapid prototyping such as 3D printing; knowledge of PPAP, FMEA, or APQP.
- Familiarity with GCC compliance and regulatory requirements; strong Excel capability for cost and BOM analysis.
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