Product Development Technical Manager

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.
• Define technical documents (drawings, qualification reports, FMEA, design guidelines, etc.).
• 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
  • RC, RLC circuit functionality
  • Battery operation
• Mechanical Engineering:
  • Blueprint reading, ISOGPS
  • Mechanical design

Optional Knowledge

• Finance:
  • Sales price breakdown analysis
• Materials & Manufacturing Processes:
  • Plastic injection
  • 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.