Product Development Engineer

Role: Supplier Integrated Product Engineer Location: Wixom MI (Onsite) Duration: Full Time Perm Job Description The Supplier Integrated Product Engineer will be responsible for identifying, developing, and launching new and cutting-edge automotive plastic products. They will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, materials, process, marketing, and sales, to define product requirements, create product roadmaps, conduct R&D activities, communicate with the customer's early development department and ensure successful product launches for GHM Plastics components while working integrated into the GM engineering teams. Develop and execute future automotive products, primarily but not limited to Pillar exterior trim components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and ensure alignment with customer needs Conduct market research & analysis to identify new product opportunities & validate product concepts Manage the product development of Minth-provided plastic parts Work with the CFT to initiate and follow up on engineering changes Ensure drawings and CAD are completed and reviewed prior to release Ensure releases are completed internally and externally with OEM per their guidelines To qualify for this role, you must meet the following: Academic degree: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent degree Work Experience (Company type/Area/Years): 5 years minimum Prefer GM Supplier Integration Engineering experience (SI3) in Green House Moldings/Plastics area but open to previous experience working on GM projects in some capacity Knowledge of injection-moulded plastics, joining techniques, and general assembly is required It is also desired to have some awareness/knowledge of Painting & chroming processes This role will be stationed in GM 3 days a week Key to being successful in this role: Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization; to successfully handle multiple priorities simultaneously A demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, to be proactive, to work independently of day-to-day supervision Ability and willingness to travel worldwide without any restrictions #J-18808-Ljbffr