Reporting directly to the R&D Automotive Director - the Automotive BU Product Development Specialist will be responsible for the following activities :
- Development and design of cables for automotive applications
- Realization of new products with extended performance profile in accordance with international standards and customer specifications
- Initiation, implementation and leading of product development projects
- Coordination of all engineering related activities with cross functional teams to ensure technical aspects of the project is executed according to Project timeline
- Providing documentation and reporting to the R&D management of the BU Automotive
- Management of the basic article data and design parameters as well as routing in the construction software and in the ERP system
- Responsibility for initial sampling and coordination of product testing on new products
- Coordination product approvals at customer side (OEMs, Harness maker)
- Preparation of technical product information and customer presentations
- Management of contacts to customers, suppliers, and internal departments at home and abroad
- Technical support to sales, production, and quality department
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a candidate with the following key requirements :
University degree in Electrical engineering or similar technical degreeConversational and technical English for communication at international levelAt least 5 years R&D experience, mainly in Cable design or Engineering TeamsProfessional experience in product development for automotive cables - especially in Data or High Voltage cablesTeam player with great assertiveness, initiative, and flexibilityGood knowledge and experience in Project ManagementKnowhow on automotive core tools (e.g APQP, PPAP)Knowledge of ERP programs (SAP)Good communication, negotiation and team working skillsShort duration travel all around the world visiting affiliates and customers / seminars will be requiredIntermediate knowledge of the German language is appreciatedYour application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.