TI Automotive supplies safety and performance critical products and highly engineered components to the global automotive industry. We have more than 100 years' experience of solving customers' safety, efficiency and environmental challenges. Our exceptional team, powertrain agnostic product portfolio, vertical integration, global footprint and customer proximity make us a trusted partner to all the world's leading OEMs.

Job Summary:

The Product Engineer will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and enhancement of automotive components and systems. By leveraging their technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration with various teams, the Product Engineer will ensure the successful design and development of automotive parts that meet performance, quality, and cost objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Product Design and Development: Collaborate with design teams to conceptualize new automotive parts or refine existing designs.
• Prototyping: Coordinate the development of prototypes to validate designs and ensure feasibility in manufacturing.
• Performance Evaluation: Contribute to engineering analyses (e.g., structural analysis, thermal analysis, durability analysis) involving tools like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to ensure parts meet performance requirements**.**
• Cost Optimization: Work to optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency without compromising quality.
• Material Compatibility: Select appropriate materials based on performance specifications, cost considerations, and manufacturing processes.
• Testing and Validation: Develop and execute testing plans to validate the performance and durability of automotive parts under various conditions (e.g., environmental, operational).
• Manufacturing Collaboration: Work closely with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs can be efficiently and effectively produced on the production line.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with quality control teams to establish inspection criteria and standards to ensure parts meet quality requirements.
• Timelines and Budgets: Manage projects within designated timelines and budgets, ensuring deliverables meet customer and internal expectations.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate risks associated with design and development processes.
• Presentation: Communicate project updates, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders, including engineering teams, management, and customers**.**

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required. PEng designation, or pursuing is preferred.
• Minimum 1-5 years of prior experience in a similar role.
• Prior experience in automotive manufacturing, working with OEM's and Tier 1 Suppliers.
• Advanced coursework or specialized training in automotive systems, product design, manufacturing processes, and engineering management can be beneficial.
• Solid experience in product development, including concept creation, design validation, prototyping, and production support.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and solve complex technical problems, conduct root cause analyses, and make data-driven decisions. Ability to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts, provide guidance, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, senior management, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability in defining project scope, setting timelines, and allocating resources.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems, testing methods, and automotive regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience in supporting and improving quality assurance processes to ensure product reliability and compliance.
• Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives in product design, engineering processes, and manufacturing technologies.
• Proven track record in identifying opportunities for cost reduction, performance optimization, and technological advancements.
• Knowledge of automotive standards and regulations (e.g., ISO/TS 16949, SAE standards, safety regulations).

Why TI Automotive?

In addition to a workplace that emphasizes respect, teamwork and personal and professional growth, TI Automotive offers a broad range of health, wellness and financial benefits that promote the physical, mental and financial wellbeing of our employees and help them bring their best self to work, including:

• Competitive compensation package
• Competitive PTO Package
• Employee Group Benefits
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
• RRSP/DPSP Company Match
• Educational Assistance Program
• Perkopolis Program
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Social events throughout the year
• Internal job opportunities