Product Technical Engineer - eComponent

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Valeo Wiper Systems Plant in Skawina specializes in the design, manufacturing, painting and assembly of wiper blades, arms and mechanisms. Additionally, in 2013 production of motors for wipers has began. Plant’s main activity is supported by a modern research and development center which is currently employing about 100 staff members.

Currently for our entity Valeo Wiper Systems in Skawina we recruit Product Technical Engineer - Electronic Component (eComponent).

eComponent Engineer’s mission:

  • is accountable for the deliverables of R&D due to ensure the right performance of the project;

  • is responsible for the coordination for scheduling, budgeting of R&D activities for SW and HW, with the support of his/her (N+1), R&D PTL  and "other engineering disciplines";

  • is in charge by R&D Product Manager to manage his/her Contributors.

Scope of mission:

  • Apply the specific Product Development Process of his/her Product Group / Product Line prepared by R&D PTL following CPM (CLEAN Project Management);

  • Plan, coordinate and ensure full traceability during all project steps, respect of cost, time and quality project targets;

  • Is in charge of the robust design in line with the economical targets;

  •  Applies Standardization rules, exceptionally will request destandardizations based on sound justifications;

  •  Call for all necessary design reviews;

  •  Make sure that Design Reviews of other networks are happening in a timely manner (Purchase, Industrial);

  •  Represent the R&D function at the customer;

  • Act as the interface with the customer for the R&D subjects of the project, break down and cascade internally customer requests and needs;

  • Report and escalate to his/her Product Technical Leader, Product Technical Manager or R&D Development Center manager as needed;

  • Actively supports the implementation of A-SPICE development process;

  • Responsible for the detailed scheduling and budgeting;

  • Contribute to the identification of the needs in terms of resources, equipments, investments;

  • Establish detail break down of the activities to meet the milestones;

  • Follow activities and spending of his scope to meet his allowed budget;

  • Management of the contributors;

  • Regular Management of different disciplines contributing to product development (Hardware, Software Mechanics, Porduction);

  • Regular review with his/her Product Technical Leader, Product Technical ;Manager or R&D manager as needed;

  • Check alignment between needs and availabilities.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Technical background in electronics or IT; 

  • 3 years' experience in a similar role or as a project manager, preferably in the automotive industry;

  • Fluency in English;

  • Experience in leading projects with embedded software. This will be your added advantage, as well as knowledge of DOORS.

  • Very good communication skills

  • Ability to find the right solution for each client;

  • Ability to work independently in multi-faceted issues;

  • Ability to manage challenging and diverse issues.

We offer:

  • Employment in an international production company with high quality standards of work, a leading multinational hightech automotive supplier;

  • Attractive working conditions and benefits: possibility to work remotely (hybrid formula), participation in internal and external trainings, subsidies for MyBenefit cafeteria (including Multisport card), additional health and life insurance, private medical care (Medicover), Employee Retirement Program (PPE) and other social benefits.

Valeo works to promote diversity in all its forms (gender, disability, social and cultural, generational) through local policies and actions, mentoring and training programs, networks and partnerships.

Join us and lead tech innovation for new lighting solutions and safer roads!

Job:

R&D Team Leader/Architect

Organization:

Product Management

Schedule:

Full time

Employee Status:

Regular

Job Type:

Permanent contract

Job Posting Date:

2024-06-07

Join Us !
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

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Valeo