Solution Design Engineer – Product Development (m/f/d)

About Hirschmann Automotive

Hirschmann Automotive has been a development and production partner for electromechanical assemblies and components in the automotive industry for over 60 years. The company’s products are used by all major automotive brands worldwide and cover all types of drives available on the market. Do you want to be part of this success story and help shape the future of the automotive industry?

Description

Product and Process Development focuses on innovation and technical excellence. The team is dedicated to developing individual, technically complex solutions for the automotive industry and the field of micromobility, thus helping to shape the mobility of tomorrow. Managed from HQ, global processes are set up and implemented to drive innovation.

We are looking for creative minds willing to push the boundaries of what is possible and help shape the future of product and process development.

#SkillCheck

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical discipline.
• 2–3 years of relevant engineering experience, ideally in automotive or precision plastic part design. Experience in connector development (Low / High voltage) is an advantage.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (CATIA V5 highly preferred).
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles: tolerance stackup analysis (GD&T), DFM/DFA, material selection.
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• English native; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical ideas clearly to both engineers and non-engineers. Experience with customer presentations is a plus
• Eagerness to learn from experienced mentors while contributing your own ideas and energy.
• Comfortable working in cross-functional, international teams.
• Travel requirements 5-10% within USA & international (Mexico / Austria)

#ChallengeCheck

• Participate in the development of innovative connector systems tailored for North American automotive customers.
• Collaborate closely with account managers and customer design teams to transform technical needs into manufacturable solutions.
• Create and revise 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using CATIA V5, using best practices for DFM and tolerancing e.g. GD&T
• Support design verification through FEA, moldflow analysis, tolerance stacks, and DFMEA evaluations.
• Assist in creating design verification plans (DVPs) acc. to USCAR, LV214, ISO 8092 or LV215, managing component testing with internal and external laboratories.
• Create technical documentation, including BOMs, DVPs, DFMEAs, and review PPAP relevant documentation.
• Prepare technical customer presentations (TDRs) and support account managers in product presentations directly with customers.
• Contribute to internal product data management through SAP and PLM systems (knowledge of Cenit Connect is a plus).
• Analyze market trends and customer requirements to inform solution development, e.g. attending tradeshows, USCAR meetings / workshops.
• Act as a technical contact for customers and internal teams during product development and launch, e.g. supporting directly at OEMs (primarily US Big Three) and customer offices.