Kautex Development Program Engineering (2026)

University degree in Engineering with focus on a preferred area of study: Mechatronics / Electronics / Electrical Engineering / Thermal Engineering / Composite Material / Systems Engineering / Circular Economy / Modelling and Simulation Machine Learning Big Data / Data Analytics Computer Programming or comparable education

Internships or extra-curricular volunteering would be an advantage

International experience by studying or working in foreign countries is desired

Fluent English language skills are required and an additional language would be an advantage

Plastics design and process knowledge is an advantage

Blow molding Injection molding and Compression molding product design knowledge including welding and assembly is an advantage

Geographic mobility

Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

Introduction:

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture Kautex is part of a network of global businesses offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth drive groundbreaking talent programs and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of whats possible soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company Great place to work (Silao) MINT minded company or Ecovadis Platinum. We cant wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

Do you hold a graduate-level degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Mechatronics Electronics Electronical EngineeringComposite Material / Systems Engineering / Circular Economy / Modelling and Simulation Machine Learning Big Data / Data Analytics or comparable education Do you possess a strong interest in new automotive mobility and Industrial Internet of Things If so Kautexs rotational Development Program might be an excellent way for you to launch your career.

Kautex is a subsidiary of Textron Inc. and is rated among the Top 100 Automotive Suppliers worldwide. We are a leading global supplier of hybrid and conventional plastic fuel tank systems selective catalytic reduction systems (SCR) and Clear Vision Systems and addition we also have a segment in the company (CWC) that produces and supplies camshafts castings and industrial packaging. Globally headquartered in Bonn Germany.

General:

• 12-month minimum program duration with the purpose of preparing you for progression in the Engineering function(s)
• Engineering Pathway for program includes areas of skill building in: Product Development Validation Innovation Design and Simulation
• Complete 3 distinct and meaningful engineering sub-functional assignments aligned to your developmental goals and strengths assessment
• Program completion will include assessment for readiness to the next level of Engineering responsibility including your application to roles which meet your career aspirations
• Gain expert knowledge of the operational environment and all interfaces and organization structure of the company processes and methods
• Performance coaching and rewards model applies annually through Performance Management Process
• Coaching on functional/technical as well as professional development offers through Mentoring Program Sponsor and Functional Leader(s)
• Technical skill development and specialized training will be offered through annual training plans and development assessments.
• Create and maintain a community with all Kautex Development Program across the globe with the purpose to share knowledge and experiences and build on future relationships in the company
• Provide continuous feedback to program Sponsors to continually improve program experience
• Complete projects defined by Management and documented in performance management system during the program
• Career owner: Is responsible for own development and having a meaningful career file. Asking for feedback seeking for Learning and career opportunities
• Support common tasks within the Team (location / global) e.g. best-practice sharing organize social Team or Networking Events and Trainee Newsletter
• Communication of Career Aspirations - follow the repatriation process and discuss with managers & HR
• Work in line with all EHS Standards and Textron Ethics and Values and comply with all ITAF 16949/ISO and ISHA standards.

Engineering:

• Have a complete understanding of daily operational tasks and processes of the functions / areas within the Engineering pathway.
• Provide Engineering expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g. Operations etc.)
• Gain knowledge of and compliance to the customer specific requirements
• Understand and apply customer OEM standards
• Application of VAVE (Value Analysis Value Engineering) process during development of Kautex products
• Support EHS activities within the department to ensure both a safe work place and adoption of safe working practices
• A requirement to follow IATF 1694 standards togethe with following the Kautex and Customer guidelines
• Understand the technical link between Kautex development teams and the customer

Product Engineering

• Provide product engineering expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g. manufacturing)
• Work with Manufacturing Engineer to develop production tooling and equipment specifications and liaise with the Design team to ensure the products meet the customer specifications and demands.
• Regular business trips to manufacturing locations to understand production process
• Gain an understanding of FMEA Tools budget and capacity planning processes and compliance to the customer specific requirements.
• Support flawless launches by planning and controlling all technical issues related to assigned project and support the Program Manager in delivering the highest quality solutions to our customers

Innovation

• Support and lead projects related to new products processes and development activities.
• Review update and generate engineering standards to foster engineering efficiency
• Support the creation and execution of prototype related Design Verification Plan (DVP) internal and with external partners

• Suport the ideation process and IP related activities.

• DVC

• Support prototype manufacturing groups to supply prototype parts/ assemblies to the customers requirements
• Support with the test planning and set up coordination execution evaluation and documentation of validation and development tests and product validation against internal and external specifications.
• Excecution of functional tests for automotive components for current business and future products
• Knowledge of and show robusness of products over lifecycle of development plans and evaluation and interpretation of test results and definition of counter measures.
• Understand the calculation of test and validation costs.

• Core Engineering

• Support the Development of new standards in collaboration with other departments such as Innovation and CBUs
• Support the definition of optimal test equipment based on process performance and economics in collaboration with the production plants
• Analyse customers specifications to support quotes and interpret clarify and analyse system and customer specifications
• Ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFMA) in projects
• Support the definition of optimal test equipment based on process performance and economics in collaboration with the production plant

• Design

• Develop Best-In Class Design Solutions which convince our customer to choose Kautex and create a competitive-advantage
• Create 3-D CAD models and 2-D drawings conforming all customer and internal requirements
• Validate the 3-D and 2-D solutions against all requirements
• Manage Product Lifecycle in Kautex and into customer systems (where required) and participate in Design reviews and create DFMEAs & SC/CC Lists
• Be a strong part of the development and maintenance of design standards and implementation of lessons learned activities