MAHLE International GmbH

Electrical Components Team Lead

MAHLE International GmbH$90K — $115K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering Technology.
  • 2 to 5 years of experience in automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace, or similar manufacturing fields.
  • Familiarity with APQP/PPAP, DFMEA, DV/PV testing, and related development processes.
  • Knowledge of electrical standards such as ISO, SAE, IEC, and UL.
  • Strong technical background in electrical components like BLDCs, sensors, and PCBs.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging with customers and suppliers.
  • Ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main technical contact for customer electrical component needs and expectations.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to define specifications and track development progress.
  • Manage technical communications among engineering, purchasing, quality, and manufacturing teams.
  • Develop electrical component specifications in line with customer and industry requirements.
  • Evaluate supplier proposals and perform assessments aiding in sourcing decisions.
  • Oversee components from concept through validation to production launch.
  • Support system-level integration ensuring compatibility with HVAC and electrical architecture.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Engagement in innovative projects
  • Flexible work-life balance options
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

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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

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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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