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# Product Application Engineer

- **Company:** Plastic Omnium Auto Exteriors, L.L.C.
- **Location:** Troy, MI, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Abaqus, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Siemens NX
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=35cc94af7f9fb601

## About the Role

Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
New Graduate with a minimum 3.0 GPA
Experience in Automotive /Manufacturing, preferred
Experience in GD&T, DVP&R, DFMEA, and BOM
Experienced in Safety Components or Fuel Systems components, preferred

Skills and Abilities

Basic understanding of the capabilities of common CAE systems (Unigraphics, SDRC I-DEAS, CATIA, ABAQUS, etc.).
No Design experience necessary
At ease and effective in a matrix, multicultural and fast evolving environment
Travel required - less than 10% (Domestic and International)

## Description

The Product Application Engineer (PAE) is responsible to coordinate the design and development for assigned programs and ensure that the system performance meets technical requirements
Work is performed in a fast paced environment within tight time constraints
Responsible for DFMEA, DVP&R, BOM, and engineering timeline including action plans for issue resolution and product validation
Direct CAD designers in the development of details and assembly math data / drawings to ensure the design meets the program requirements
Direct Test Engineers/Technicians in the development of the Design and Process Validation Plans.
Direct the manufacture, assembly and validation of prototype parts
Communicate design changes to the program team
Release drawings / math data to suppliers for the manufacture of tooling, prototypes, components and assembly aids associated with the program
Release drawings / math data to the customer that meets the individual customer's standards
Make recommendations for improvement to the program team and the customer to continuously drive towards lower cost and increased quality within the required timing
Interface with other Development groups (Components, Materials, Process and Systems) to ensure the provision of the technologies required to support the program
Lead technical contact for assigned programs
Other duties as assigned


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