Application Engineer

Vibracoustic is a leading global automotive supplier, providing customized solutions that add comfort to mobility by reducing noise and vibration in vehicles.

As part of the Freudenberg Group, we foster an innovative and forward-thinking mindset. We are looking for proactive and entrepreneurial team players who are curious, and motivated to grow.

At Vibracoustic, you will enjoy a safe and collaborative environment and global opportunities. Ready to drive comfort with us?

South Haven, MI

Farmington Hills, MI

Hybrid Work

Vibracoustic USA Inc.

You support our team as

Application Engineer

Responsibilities

• Realize acquisition of target projects.
• Assist sales team with customer face to face contact and liaison for specific projects as required.
• Manage assigned projects including technical presentations at customers, coordination with suppliers, production plants, product engineering, process engineering and other departments.
• Respect and fulfill APQP processes, Standards, Tools and documentation including Specifications Of Requirements (SOR) and Design Verification Plans (DVPs) according to Vibracoustic and customer requirements.
• Monitor and assure profitability of respective projects over lifecycle through change management.
• Support the overall specific strategy defined to ensure long term sustainable and profitable growth for the dedicated customer.
• Ensure strategic approach to simultaneous engineering & design to cost by integrating cross functional teams in design process and utilization of existing standards.
• Organize and participate in project reviews and other project meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor / Master in technical Field (Engineering) or Project Management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in application, product, or systems engineering within the automotive industry (Tier 1 supplier or OEM experience strongly preferred).
• Proven experience with automotive systems, such as NVH, chassis, suspension, powertrain, or thermal systems preferred
• Prior involvement in customer-facing technical roles supporting product design, validation, and launch.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, PPAP, and other automotive development tools preferred.
• This position is a hybrid role based in South Haven, MI, and candidates must be within a commutable distance and able to work on-site several days per week.

Some of your Benefits

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Flexible Work Models: We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.

Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing.

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