Product Development Engineer

What You Will Do

• Translate customer body structure challenges into tailored blank solutions using AMTB technologies and ArcelorMittal advanced high-strength steel grades.
• Perform engineering analyses, including CAE/FEA, structural assessments, cost evaluations, and feasibility studies to optimize designs and support customer programs.
• Cook up cross-functional inputs for prototype development, validation testing, program execution, and production launch readiness.
• Manage multiple vehicle programs and engineering projects concurrently while meeting customer milestones and internal deliverables.
• Prepare technical presentations and clearly communicate engineering recommendations to customers, management, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and sustain strong partnerships with OEM engineering teams and industry stakeholders.
• Improve engineering methods, design standards, product development processes, and AMTB Playbook best practices.
• Incorporate AI-based approach to automation and part design.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to support team growth and development.
• Occasionally travel to customer sites for in-person meetings and to AMTB plants to support project activities.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, Materials, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline), master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive product development, design engineering, vehicle structures, body-in-white engineering, or manufacturing.
• Experience working with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or automotive engineering organizations.
• Strong knowledge of automotive product development, vehicle launch processes, APQP, body structures, crash performance, durability, light-weighting, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Experience with engineering analysis, structural assessment, design optimization, engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and automotive standards.
• Familiarity with advanced high-strength steel applications, stamping, welding, CAD, CAE, and automotive manufacturing methods is preferred.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and global teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, customer-facing, and technical discussion skills with OEM engineering teams and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with engineering software, including LS-DYNA for crash analysis, Primer, ANSA, Meta, and AutoForm; CATIA familiarity preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint, Excel and Planner.

Compensation Package

• Salary range: $110,000 - $120,000 annually
• Variable Bonus potential
• We provide a competitive extended benefits package that supports employee well-being and enhances the overall employee experience.

About the Role

At ArcelorMittal Tailored Blanks, we're redefining what's possible in automotive engineering. Our advanced steel solutions help the world's leading automakers build vehicles that are safer, lighter, and more sustainable. As a Product Development Engineer, you'll work directly with global automotive customers to develop next-generation vehicle structures that improve crash performance, reduce weight, lower emissions, and enable the vehicles of tomorrow.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, age, religion, sex, or national origin. AMTB is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.