Troy Michigan BU ENGINEERING & DEVELOPMENT PRODUCT PROFESSIONAL MI 48098

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.
Job Title :  Product Application Engineer

Type of contract :  Long-term At-will

Expected Hiring Date :  Sept 2026

Scope :  Regional NAO

Responsibilities :

- The Product Application Engineer (PAE) is responsible to coordinate the design and development for assigned programs and ensure that the system performance meets technical requirements

- Work is performed in a fast paced environment within tight time constraints

- Responsible for DFMEA, DVP&R, BOM, and engineering timeline including action plans for issue resolution and product validation

- Direct CAD designers in the development of details and assembly math data / drawings to ensure the design meets the program requirements

- Direct Test Engineers/Technicians in the development of the Design and Process Validation Plans.

- Direct the manufacture, assembly and validation of prototype parts

- Communicate design changes to the program team

- Release drawings / math data to suppliers for the manufacture of tooling, prototypes, components and assembly aids associated with the program

- Release drawings / math data to the customer that meets the individual customer’s standards

- Make recommendations for improvement to the program team and the customer to continuously drive towards lower cost and increased quality within the required timing

- Interface with other Development groups (Components, Materials, Process and Systems) to ensure the provision of the technologies required to support the program

- Lead technical contact for assigned programs

- Other duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Profile :

Personal Background

- Bachelor of Science in Engineering required

- New Graduate with a minimum 3.0 GPA

- Experience in Automotive /Manufacturing, preferred

- Experience in GD&T, DVP&R, DFMEA, and BOM

- Experienced in Safety Components or Fuel Systems components, preferred

Skills and Abilities

- Basic understanding of the capabilities of common CAE systems (Unigraphics, SDRC I-DEAS, CATIA, ABAQUS, etc.).

- No Design experience necessary

- At ease and effective in a matrix, multicultural and fast evolving environment

- Travel required – less than 10% (Domestic and International)

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.