Role Overview The Project Engineer leads technical project execution for automotive damping, sealing, and reinforcing technologies. This role blends applications engineering, materials expertise, and cross-functional project leadership to deliver high‑performance, cost‑effective solutions. You will guide projects from early development through launch, ensuring technical accuracy, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery. Key Responsibilities • Lead project activities and assume full responsibility for technical execution from concept through post‑launch support. • Apply applications engineering knowledge to recommend materials and manufacturing technologies that meet performance, cost, and customer requirements. • Manage DFMEA and DVP&R activities throughout pre-production and launch phases. • Oversee tooling budgets and ensure project cost targets are met. • Collaborate directly with customer engineering teams and manufacturing sites to resolve issues and drive successful outcomes. • Support quoting activities with Account Management, R&D, and Marketing for new business opportunities. • Manage project timelines from award through 90 days post‑launch. • Review customer specifications, test requirements, and statements of work to ensure product conformance. • Establish DVP&R plans, conduct design verification, and support customer on‑site validation activities. • Ensure design reviews are completed and drawings are released according to internal procedures. • Manage engineering changes from customer approval through implementation at the manufacturing plant. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required. • 1–3 years of experience in Application Engineering or Program Management, preferably within the automotive industry. • Experience working with launching new parts or engineering changes • Japanese language skills (speaking, reading technical documentation) highly preferred. • Strong organizational, analytical, and quantitative skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams. • Familiarity with plastic injection molding, tooling, and part design JOB ID: 181236 #post David Venegas