Product Development Engineer - Automotive Zing Recruiting - 3.9 Auburn Hills, MI Job Details Temp-to-hire 22 hours ago Qualifications Project management experience in manufacturing Change management Bachelor's degree in engineering Product design Engineering product development Managing projects Mechanical product validation projects Cross-functional communication Validation design Full Job Description We are seeking a Development Engineer to join a high-impact engineering team supporting a major business transformation. This is a great opportunity within a global organization that is actively building its future leadership structure as it transitions ownership. The role offers long-term stability and career growth as the business evolves.

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering 2+ years of experience in design and development in an industrial environment Strong knowledge of product development processes, validation, and engineering change management Experience with project management and cross-functional collaboration Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills Effective communicator with the ability to operate in a global, multicultural environment Preferred Experience Automotive or complex manufacturing environment Exposure to ERP systems and engineering BOM management Experience with lean, quality systems, or VAVE initiatives

Responsiblities:

Translate customer and regulatory requirements into functional product specifications Own engineering BOMs and manage product lifecycle changes Lead design reviews, validation activities, and DFMEA execution Ensure product design feasibility, including geometry, tolerances, and manufacturability Partner with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, quality, supply chain) to drive robust product development Support supplier development, tooling, and component specifications Apply structured problem?solving methods (Six Sigma / DMAIC) and continuous improvement practices Contribute to production launch readiness and technical documentation Why This Opportunity Join during a rare carve-out transformation and help shape a new organization from the ground up Competitive compensation and full benefits Be part of a team intentionally building its future leaders—not a temporary assignment Opportunity to influence product development standards and engineering processes Zing's dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace #ZINGMW #LI-CB1