Application Engineer

Come Innovate Motion with us

Our Application Engineers work directly with customers to understand their requirements and needs and then successfully convert these into product design. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in electromechanical systems particularly BLDC motor applications and who thrives in a collaborative customer-facing engineering environment. The person on this position will mostly handle projects in the product segments of Washer Pumps Steering Column Adjuster and Seat Applications across Europe.

Your Responsibilities will be to:

• Manage engineering projects and drive the full product development cycle with a strong focus on technical feasibility design optimization and integration of BLDC motor technologies

• Liaise with customers engineering teams to gather detailed application requirements and ensure alignment with technical specifications and performance targets

• Collaborate closely with internal engineering teams to transform customer needs into robust technical proposals and detailed product designs

• Lead and coordinate all engineering-related activities and milestones including customer technical reviews prototype builds laboratory validation and vehicle-level testing

• Monitor project progress analyze test data and communicate technical findings and next steps to both customers and internal stakeholders

• Maintain close collaboration with corporate and regional R&D teams to align on technology development particularly in areas involving electromechanical systems and motor control

• Provide hands-on engineering support in resolving quality issues conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

Our requirements:

• University degree in Mechatronics Electrical Engineering or a related field

• 3 years of experience in product development within the automotive industry

• Proficient in 3D CAD tools (e.g. Catia Pro-E SolidWorks) and CAE software

• Solid understanding of application reliability NVH testing and relevant automotive engineering standards

• Familiarity with APQP / TS16949 processes and tools: DFMEA PFMEA DVPR PCP MSA PPAP

• Fluent in English; German is highly preferred

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and systematically

• 10% working hours travelling

• Reliable and conscientious personality with the ability to coordinate cross-functional international teams
  

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in a global company with international exposure and cross-cultural collaboration

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

• Work-life balance: 30 days of vacation and many more

• In addition to our work in Stuttgart we are involved in local projects supporting good causes meanwhile boosting the team spirit

Come join our global inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity knowledge skills creativity and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our companys most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected regardless of their age gender race ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.