SummaryDrive innovation in stainless steel bellows design for light and heavy vehicles. As the senior product owner and technical lead, you will direct design, development, and validation strategy, mentor junior engineers, and serve as a primary technical contact for OEM customers-using a mix of hands-on testing, data analysis, and advanced engineering tools to create durable, high-performance components. You'll work locally and globally, collaborate with OEM partners, and ensure our products meet the toughest customer and industry standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Design- Collaborate across engineering, quality, manufacturing, and program management to lead new product development from concept to launch.
- Use SolidWorks to design flex joints, bent tubes, and related assemblies; apply GD&T and tolerance analysis for manufacturability.
- Create accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, and BOMs; manage design data in EPDM.
- Interpret customer data to drive design decisions; support APQP with prototypes and technical analysis.
- Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and technologies.
- Lead internal and customer design reviews and serve as final technical approver on design releases.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
Testing & Validation- Lead durability testing of heavy- and light-vehicle stainless steel bellows for intake, exhaust, and on-engine applications.
- Plan and execute vehicle measurements at OEM proving grounds; manage data acquisition aligned with customer schedules.
- Design and implement custom test fixtures, ensuring all measurement equipment is calibrated and maintained.
- Analyze test data, assess risks, and provide clear, actionable feedback to internal teams and customers.
- Own DVP&R and DFMEA for all new products and lead cross-functional DFMEA reviews.
- Define validation strategy and drive continuous improvement of test methods, equipment, and product durability.
- Travel to customer sites for design reviews, technical presentations, and testing (domestic & international, ~25%).
Technical Leadership- Direct lab testing (vibration, corrosion, fatigue) and lead root cause investigations using structured methods (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).
- Lead benchmarking and R&D projects for new technologies and help shape the product technology roadmap.
QualificationsRequired:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related).
- 5+ years of experience in automotive product design, development, or validation engineering
- Proven track record of leading products from concept through launch (APQP/PPAP).
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Self-driven, organized, and detail oriented.
- Ability to present to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Advanced CAD/CAE proficiency, particularly SolidWorks, including FEA and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
Preferred:
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or PE license.
- 5+ years SolidWorks experience (parametric/automated design).
- Experience with FMEA, DVP&R, PPAP, GD&T, and Design for Manufacturability.
- Knowledge of welding, metal forming, fatigue, NVH, and vehicle powertrain.
- Familiarity with EPDM, SAP, and statistical failure analysis.
- Hands-on experience with data acquisition and vibration analysis.
- Experience mentoring engineers and leading OEM-facing technical programs.
