MAHLE International GmbH

Electrical Components Team Lead

MAHLE International GmbH$90K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 2-5 years experience in manufacturing environments like automotive or aerospace
  • Familiarity with APQP/PPAP and DFMEA processes
  • Knowledge of electrical standards like ISO, SAE, IEC, UL
  • Strong understanding of electrical components such as BLDCs and sensors
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and validation of electrical components
  • Serve as primary technical contact for customers
  • Collaborate with suppliers on component specifications and designs
  • Manage communication across engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Develop and refine specifications based on customer and industry needs
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and perform technical assessments
  • Support full product development lifecycle from concept to launch
  • Work with test engineering to ensure regulatory compliance

Benefits

  • Health and wellness programs
  • Retirement and savings plans
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Employee assistance programs
Full Job Description
Your Contribution

As an Electrical Components Team Lead reporting to the Head of AC Application Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the development, validation, and application of electrical components in collaboration with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams. This role bridges technical engineering expertise with strong communication and project coordination skills to ensure that electrical components meet performance, quality, cost, and timing requirements.

This role is responsible to:
  • Serve as the primary technical contact for customers regarding electrical component requirements, performance expectations, and integration support.
  • Collaborate closely with suppliers to define component specifications, review designs, support manufacturability discussions, and track development milestones.
  • Manage technical communication across engineering, purchasing, quality, and manufacturing stakeholders.
  • Develop and refine electrical component specifications based on customer requirements, industry standards, and application needs.
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and perform technical assessments to support sourcing decisions.
  • Guide components through the full product development lifecycle including concept, design, validation, PPAP, and production launch.
  • Support system-level integration efforts and ensure compatibility with mechanical HVAC systems and overall electrical architecture.
  • Work with test engineering teams to develop validation plans and ensure components meet performance, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Review test data, troubleshoot failures, and drive root-cause analysis with suppliers.
  • Support continuous improvement of component quality, reliability, and cost.
  • Maintain project timelines, track deliverables, and provide regular status updates to internal leadership and customers.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, specifications, DFMEAs, reports, and technical presentations.


Your Experience & Qualifications
  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering Technology
  • 2 to 5 years in automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace, or related manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with APQP/PPAP, DFMEA, DV/PV testing, and similar development processes.
  • Knowledge of relevant electrical standards (ISO, SAE, IEC, UL, etc.).
  • Strong technical understanding of electrical components (e.g., BLDCs, sensors, actuators, harnesses, connectors, control modules, PCBs).
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with customers and suppliers.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and drive tasks to completion.


Compensation Range: $90,000 - $115,000

Do you have any questions?

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Facts about the job

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

Location:

About MAHLE International GmbH

MAHLE GmbH is a German automotive parts manufacturer based in Stuttgart, Germany. It is one of the largest automotive suppliers worldwide. As a manufacturer of components and systems for the combustion engine and its periphery, the company is one of the three largest systems suppliers worldwide for engine systems, filtration, electrics, mechatronics, and thermal management. In 2018, Mahle GmbH sales amounted to over €12.5 billion.
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