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MAHLE

Technical Business Development Lead – HVAC Systems

MAHLE

. Lead HVAC module acquisition activities from concept development through customer quotation and business award .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeFarmington Hills • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HVAC module acquisition, product development, and technical solutions, with a strong focus on cost optimization and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in leading technical discussions and negotiations while ensuring customer value and profitable business growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords
HVAC Module AcquisitionProduct DevelopmentCost OptimizationTechnical QuotationsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills
Mechanical EngineeringMechatronics EngineeringAutomotive EngineeringThermal ManagementAPQPDFMEADVP&RGD&TDesign-for-Manufacturing (DFM)BOM Management
Soft Skills
Presentation SkillsCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsLeadership SkillsAccountability
Industry Keywords
HVAC SystemsManufacturing ProcessesChange ManagementCustomer RFQsTechnical Discussions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead HVAC module acquisition activities from concept development through customer quotation and business award
  • Lead 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
  • Lead technical discussions, presentations, and negotiations
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Validation, and Quality
  • Develop competitive acquisition strategies balancing innovation, risk, profitability, quality, and timing
  • Foster execution, accountability, customer value, and profitable business growth

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 or immigrant visas
  • Must be willing to work at either the Lockport Technical Center or Farmington Hills location

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Personal and career development opportunities
  • Collaborative working environment
  • Exciting assignments
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Video or personal interview(s) during recruitment process