Automotive Application Design Engineer (Fluid Systems)

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled Automotive Application Design Engineer with expertise in product design, fluid systems engineering, and automotive component development.
In this role, you will support engineering programs from quote through launch, leading the design, validation, and development of fluid assemblies and automotive components. You will collaborate closely with customers, platform teams, and manufacturing to deliver robust, production-ready designs.

Design and develop automotive components and fluid assemblies from concept to production
Support end-to-end product development lifecycle including design, validation, and launch
Collaborate with customers, account managers, and platform teams to define product requirements
Establish design parameters and manufacturing feasibility for automotive components
Guide designers on fabrication, processing, and assembly considerations
Execute and implement programs through APQP / AQP methodologies
Create and approve engineering drawings, material specifications, and performance criteria
Conduct failure mode analysis (DFMEA) and ensure design robustness
Develop and execute design validation plans (DVP&R) and testing reports
Drive design standardization and simplification to improve cost and efficiency
Coordinate prototype development, testing, and submission
Ensure all engineering and program objectives are achieved within timelines

5+ years of experience in automotive engineering / product design engineering
Strong expertise in automotive component design and fluid systems engineering
Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, and APQP (AQP) processes
Experience in design validation, failure analysis, and product testing
Strong understanding of manufacturing feasibility and production processes
Proficiency in engineering drawings, CAD tools, and design documentation
Ability to manage end-to-end product development programs
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in design engineering
Good proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong communication skills with ability to work with global stakeholders and customers

Experience in Automotive Tier-1 suppliers or OEM environment
Exposure to fluid systems, fuel systems, or thermal management components

Ability to communicate in English:

Ability to work across cross functional team (CFT)
Experience in prototype development and testing coordination
Early experience in program management or cross-functional leadership
Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)

Education: Master Of Engineering,Master Of Technology,Bachelor of Engineering,Bachelor Of Technology

• Preferred skills: Domain->Automotive->Automotive
• Systems,Foundational->Product Engineering->Product Design and Development,Technology->CAD->CAD - Others