Lead Engineer Wiring Harness (f/m/d)

Your role:

• Plan and lead the project team in all technical matters.
• Based on the agreed-upon objectives, strive for the best possible outcome for Aptiv and the customer from a technical, commercial, and business perspective.
• Maintain strong customer relationships
• Coordinate all project-relevant customer activities in the development area – with a focus on commercial vehicles
• Plan and conduct necessary customer meetings
• Coordinate with and participate in customer meetings, especially design meetings and cost review meetings, as requested.
• Maintain continuous, high-quality communication with the production plant, the back office (India), and the resident engineer at the customer's site
• Create the project milestones (PDP) required in EPM/SEE.
• Adapt the customer milestones (presented only, not distributed) into the Aptiv PDP process.
• Report escalation points to the program and/or technical supervisor.
• Report technical solutions and progress toward KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to the PM proactively and conduct design reviews according to the PM master's schedule.
• Escalate issues to your immediate supervisor or their deputy through weekly technical management meetings.
• Support the Project Manager in preparing for and participating in customer Product Readiness Reviews (PRRs).
• Clarify questions from the production plant regarding the drawing.
• Coordinate change requests.
• Initiate cost assessments and make them available on the relevant Project SharePoint/directory.
• Provide technical support for prototype construction, installation trials, troubleshooting and corrective actions, and rework.
• Provide technical support for RFQ requests.
• Monitor the use of Aptiv's available engineering tools, such as BOD, DFM, DFA, RQA, FMEA, ECM, S-ECM, EPM, etc., throughout the various product development phases.
• Coordination and management of design reviews in consultation with the necessary departments (PM, ME, OPL, etc.)
• Supporting the cost and quality optimization of concepts and products for internal and external purposes.
• Effective communication between all Aptiv departments and the customer
• Ientifying critical processes, assessing risks and efficiency
• Focusing on VOC (Voice of the Customer) feedback
• Standardization and knowledge sharing within Aptiv PE
• Active participation in requirement reviews for new projects in Flow3
• Active responsibility for the PE item list for transfer to the Aptiv C-BOM
• Supporting the Aptiv production plant with the necessary product information to ensure timely delivery of wiring harnesses, primarily through technical changes and drawing corrections.
• Supporting the timeline for implementing MCIP (Material Cost Improvement Process) initiatives and informing the MCIP coordinator and sales about unidentified cost reduction PCRs (ECM, EPM, etc.) in the individual product development phases.
• Coordination and management of design reviews in collaboration with the relevant departments (PM, ME, OPL, etc.)
• Change management within the ECM system, ensuring compliance with all customer-specific standards and international product regulations.
• Continuous professional development focused on Aptiv and the customer.

Your background:

• At least one technical vocational qualification with additional training as a technician or master craftsman; university degree or equivalent
• 10+ years of practical experience in a similar position
• Very good knowledge of agricultural machinery/tractors, particularly regarding wiring harnesses/high-voltage systems/data transmission
• Commercial knowledge including budgeting/forecasting/costing
• Proficiency in OEM-specific CAD software, MS Office, and fluency in written and spoken English
• Good German and very good written and spoken English skills
• International travel is mandatory

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying.

On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence. We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents

Aptiv Benefits:

• Our working style: flexible work environment
• Learning, professional growth and development in a world-recognized international environment.
• Access to internal & external training, coaching & certifications.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community