Automotive Mechanical Engineer (Entry-Level)

at  Procoplast

You will provide engineering support to Methode’ s Commercial and Costing teams for new business pursuits, perform engineering design and development tasks on power product business, and support the Manufacturing team to achieve launch readiness. This includes managing multiple projects, providing the highest level of product quality, and working with off-site Methode production facilities and sales as well as collaborate with engineering teams in India, China, Europe, and Mexico.
Methode Electronics Automotive Group
is a leading global developer of User-Interfaces, LED Lighting, Sensors, and Chassis and Powertrain signal/power distribution solutions. Our team of knowledgeable sales, design engineers, and operations personnel across the globe offer expert advice and develop innovative and highly integrated solutions tailored to address our customers’ challenges and meet your objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Sales organization through technical explanation and answers regarding Methode’ s power products and technologies
• Establish and maintain communication channels with customers and proactively discuss opportunities and ideas with customers to understand their needs
• Identify applications that resolve customer issues using Methode’ s power electronics technologies
• Develop and deliver all RFQ documentation via Product Lifecycle Management to generate cost estimates
• Perform engineering tasks required to design and develop technical solutions for power products
• Assist with performance testing and analysis of proprietary and/or competitor products

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least two years of industry experience at an Automotive OEM or Tier 1 preferred
• Ability to perform design reviews and make presentations, including concept functional mock-ups, to drive customer adoption of Methode’ s power products and technologies
• Basic knowledge of the electrification market (HEV, PHEV, and BEV), and application in the automotive industry
• Basic knowledge of plastic injection molding and metal stamping
• Basic knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262)
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate complex designs clearly and effectively to other functional groups
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD design tools; CREO experience a plus
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects
• Proven ability to overcome obstacles and get results
• Ability to quickly adapt to a changing industry, and quickly learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to travel up to 10% both domestically and internationally

Additional Qualification:

• If a recent college graduate, highly preferred to have industry experience, including Internship/Co-op, at an Automotive OEM or Tier 1

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO
If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@methode.com or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information

• Support the Sales organization through technical explanation and answers regarding Methode’ s power products and technologies
• Establish and maintain communication channels with customers and proactively discuss opportunities and ideas with customers to understand their needs
• Identify applications that resolve customer issues using Methode’ s power electronics technologies
• Develop and deliver all RFQ documentation via Product Lifecycle Management to generate cost estimates
• Perform engineering tasks required to design and develop technical solutions for power products
• Assist with performance testing and analysis of proprietary and/or competitor product