Development Engineering Tech I

Eng-IT-01 The Development Engineer designs and develops next-generation inflator technologies that power automotive safety systems around the world. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with global experts across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Ballistics, CFD, CAE, and Energetic Materials to deliver solutions that make a real difference.
BS in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
3+ years of engineering experience in product development or R&D
Experience with inflators, initiators, airbags, pyrotechnic devices, or energetic material technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data.
Experience supporting design validation activities, testing programs, and data-driven decision-making.
Knowledge of GD&T, DFMEA/PFMEA, and structured root-cause analysis methodologies.
MS in Mechanical Engineering
Hands-on experience with pyrotechnic inflator development.
Knowledge of combustion, ballistics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
Experience with engineering tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks, Scilab, Bluesky, or similar software platforms.
Familiarity with automotive product development processes and customer requirements.
Lead inflator product development activities from concept through validation, launch, and production implementation.
Define and refine performance requirements to meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
Develop innovative design solutions that balance performance, manufacturability, cost, and reliability.
Plan, coordinate, and execute prototype builds, testing activities, and validation programs.
Analyze test data and engineering results to identify opportunities for design optimization and continuous improvement.
Apply engineering principles, statistical tools, and structured problem-solving methods to resolve technical challenges.
Participate in technology development initiatives that support future product innovation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple global locations to deliver project objectives.

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