Product Development Technical Manager

Autoliv is the world's largest automotive safety supplier having 44% market share, with sales to all major car manufacturers in the world. With 65,000 associates in 25 countries, we are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives.

Position : Product Development Technical Manager

Job Description

• Manage the Product team (lead and oversee team activities, support skill development); the team consists of two engineers and one technician (R&D members of the project team, functionally reporting to the Project Manager; the Product Development Technical Manager may also take on an R&D role).
• Develop, validate, and manage new product developments and improvements (Initiators / Pyrotechnical Safety Switch – Low Energy) based on customer needs while considering QCDSME objectives and constraints.
• Ensure product design (functionality and robustness) for the assigned product family (Initiators / Pyrotechnical Safety Switch – Low Energy).
• Act as the R&D representative within the project team and functionally report to the Project Manager.
• Develop validation programs: accelerated aging tests (climatic and mechanical), product functionality testing under customer conditions.
• Provide active technical support to internal and external customers and various company departments.
• Maintain supplier relationships and participate in feasibility studies (travel to customers/suppliers possible).
• Lead and participate in problem-solving groups (8D, technical expertise), and engage in continuous improvement initiatives.

Remote work eligibility (max 2 days a week / 60 days a year)

Specific Knowledge Required

• Cross-functional and hierarchical management
• Electrical Engineering:
• Electrical schematic reading
• Battery operation
• Mechanical Engineering:

Optional Knowledge

• Finance:
• Sales price breakdown analysis
• Materials & Manufacturing Processes:
• Stamping
• Metal forming
• Measurement & Testing
• Statistical Analysis Methods

Education / Experience

• Educational background: Engineering degree in Electrical, Mechatronics (Electrical and/or Electronics and/or Electrotechnics), with strong mechanical knowledge
• English proficiency (reading, writing, speaking) – TOEIC 750+
• Experience in team and project management
• Experience in the automotive industry or high-volume manufacturing
• Experience in Research & Development
• Frequent use of English (customers, suppliers, and company entities)
• Please apply with a CV in English because your application will be reviewed by a multi-national team.