2027 Internship - Product Development Engineer (Troy, MI)

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality iron castings, industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

• Perform a broad range of engineering duties associated with assigned program(s) as defined in our processes
• Support the creation of engineering models / drawings
• Apply engineering disciplines and analysis including: DFMEA, FEA, GDT &T, DVP&R, and Control Plan in accordance to QS9000 and customer requirements
• Develop and maintain an open liaison relationship with customer engineering
• Provide trial, launch, and post launch support at supplier, Kautex, and OEM manufacturing sites. Supports the continuous quality improvement process by continually evaluating products & processes for potential incremental performance enhancements
• Capture Lessons Learned for future programs
• Support prototype manufacturing groups to supply prototype parts / assemblies to the customer's satisfaction
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned (i.e. maintaining open issues, lessons learned, and after action review data, design scorecard, prototype fabrication and sample distribution, and test support)
• Complete Engineering Changes via ECMS or ECN Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

• Currently pursuing University Degree in Engineering, preferably Plastics Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge or ability in at least one of the following Core Skills: Systems Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechatronics, Electronics, Composite Material, Circular Economy, Value Selling
• Knowledge of engineering functions such as testing and validation, program/project management, quality management, Measurement Technology/Statistical Process Control, Technical Documentation, Materials and Processing, DFMEA and PFMEA process
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Automotive related experience and working knowledge of Six Sigma a plus
• Professional competencies required: Learning on the Fly, Compassion, Dealing with Ambiguity, Drive for Results, Organization.