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IAC Group

Product Engineer

IAC Group

. Act as the technical link between OEM customers and internal manufacturing .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSouthfield • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automotive engineering with a focus on managing customer-specific requirements, optimizing production methods, and ensuring quality through established standards and methodologies. Proficient in CAD software and problem-solving tools to drive efficiency and collaboration across teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Strong CAD SkillsKnowledge of GD&TExpertise in FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPCProject Management SkillsDirect Supplier Experience

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills
System DesignComponent DesignEngineering DocumentationFeasibility StudiesLean PrinciplesRoot Cause Analysis8D Problem Solving5 Why AnalysisDFM/DFA KnowledgeProduction Optimization
Soft Skills
TeamworkCommunicationAdaptabilityCross-Functional Leadership
Tools & Technologies
CATIANXAPQPPPAPFMEASPC8DA3
Certifications & Qualifications
IATF 16949
Industry Keywords
Automotive EngineeringCustomer-Specific RequirementsProduction LayoutsSupplier CollaborationQuality Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Act as the technical link between OEM customers and internal manufacturing
  • Manage customer-specific requirements (CSRs)
  • Develop system and component designs
  • Create engineering documentation, including GD&T and DFM
  • Conduct feasibility studies and support new product introductions (NPI)
  • Optimize production methods and implement lean principles
  • Improve production layouts and reduce costs
  • Troubleshoot production line issues
  • Drive quality through APQP, PPAP, FMEA, and SPC
  • Ensure processes meet standards such as IATF 16949
  • Apply problem-solving tools including 8D and A3
  • Audit, mentor, and collaborate with suppliers
  • Improve supplier processes, capability, and quality
  • Manage project timelines, tasks, resources, and deliverables
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with design, quality, and production teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Strong CAD skills, such as CATIA or NX
  • Knowledge of GD&T
  • Knowledge of FMEA, APQP, PPAP, SPC, and DFM/DFA
  • Expertise in root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Why, and A3
  • Teamwork and communication skills
  • Project management and cross-functional leadership skills
  • Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-oriented environment
  • Typically 3–5+ years of experience in automotive engineering
  • Direct supplier or quality experience
  • Ability to manage customer-specific requirements and balance OEM demands with internal production realities

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote/hybrid work arrangement is indicated
  • Full-time position