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MAHLE

Acquisition Team Lead – HVAC Module

MAHLE

. Lead the development of HVAC module concepts, architectures, and technical solutions for new business opportunities .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLockport • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the development of HVAC module concepts, architectures, and technical solutions for new business opportunities
  • Own the overall HVAC module acquisition strategy
  • Drive cost optimization and design-to-cost initiatives across product design, materials, and manufacturing processes
  • Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, leading technical discussions, presentations, and negotiations
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Validation, and Quality
  • Develop competitive acquisition strategies balancing innovation, risk, profitability, quality, and timing
  • Lead HVAC module acquisition activities from concept development through customer quotation and business award
  • Ensure competitive, high-performance, and manufacturable HVAC module designs align with customer requirements and business objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related field
  • Experience in product development, preferably within thermal management or HVAC systems
  • Knowledge of automotive product development processes and quality tools, including APQP, DFMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, virtual validation, and BOM management
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes, material selection, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles
  • Exposure to change management activities, customer RFQs/RFIs, and technical quotations
  • Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to lead technical discussions with customers and executive-level stakeholders
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Validation, and Program Management
  • Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Collaborative environment
  • Personal and career development opportunities