About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Automotive Application Design Engineer with expertise in product design, fluid systems engineering, and automotive component development.

In this role, you will support engineering programs from quote through launch, leading the design, validation, and development of fluid assemblies and automotive components. You will collaborate closely with customers, platform teams, and manufacturing to deliver robust, production-ready designs.

Design and develop automotive components and fluid assemblies from concept to production

Support end-to-end product development lifecycle including design, validation, and launch

Collaborate with customers, account managers, and platform teams to define product requirements

Establish design parameters and manufacturing feasibility for automotive components

Guide designers on fabrication, processing, and assembly considerations

Execute and implement programs through APQP / AQP methodologies

Create and approve engineering drawings, material specifications, and performance criteria

Conduct failure mode analysis (DFMEA) and ensure design robustness

Develop and execute design validation plans (DVP&R) and testing reports

Drive design standardization and simplification to improve cost and efficiency

Coordinate prototype development, testing, and submission

Ensure all engineering and program objectives are achieved within timelines

5+ years of experience in automotive engineering / product design engineering

Strong expertise in automotive component design and fluid systems engineering

Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, and APQP (AQP) processes

Experience in design validation, failure analysis, and product testing

Strong understanding of manufacturing feasibility and production processes

Proficiency in engineering drawings, CAD tools, and design documentation

Ability to manage end-to-end product development programs

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in design engineering

Good proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Strong communication skills with ability to work with global stakeholders and customers

Experience in Automotive Tier-1 suppliers or OEM environment

Exposure to fluid systems, fuel systems, or thermal management components

Ability to communicate in English

Ability to work across cross functional team (CFT)

Experience in prototype development and testing coordination

Early experience in program management or cross-functional leadership

Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)