Development Initiators Manager

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as Development Initiators Manager.

In this role you will be responsible for leading the global development team for Initiators, Micro Gas Generators utilizing composite propellant (MGC), future MGC variants (MGC-X), and Special Devices. The position requires providing technical leadership, driving problem-solving initiatives, and ensuring successful product development and innovation. Approximately 60% of the role is dedicated to technical leadership and engineering support, 30% to people and team management, and 10% to project oversight, budget management, and administrative responsibilities.

Should you be interested in overseeing these tasks and aiming for enhanced performance standards, your role will involve**:**

• Lead and provide technical direction for the global development of Initiators, Micro Gas Generators (MGC), MGC-X products, and Special Devices.
• Drive product development activities from early technology maturation through production readiness, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and processes.
• Support new product launches, serial production programs, customer and plant technical needs, and complex engineering investigations.
• Manage team resources, priorities, and performance to ensure project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are achieved.
• Develop technical recommendations, identify and mitigate risks, monitor budgets, and foster team capability growth through coaching, performance management, and talent development.

If you have/are:

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of engineering experience in automotive safety systems, pyrotechnic products, inflators, gas generators, high-volume manufacturing, and regulated product development.
• Proven expertise in product design, validation, technical problem-solving, and technical or project leadership.
• Strong knowledge of automotive quality standards (IATF) and experience supporting manufacturing operations, customers, and cross-functional global teams.
• Fluent in English with the ability to work in a global environment; experience with initiators, MGC technologies, AES, AS-108, AS-100, PLM, CAD/FEA tools, and supplier qualification is preferred.

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!

What’s in it for you:

• Attractive compensation package

• Flexible Options (Monday to Thursdays at Office, Fridays from Home)

• Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.

• Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.

Function

Research, Development & Engineering

Location

Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)

Ogden - Technical Center (OTC)

Workplace & Culture

We strive to save more lives and prevent serious injuries, and we continuously focus on quality, confidence and security for our customers, stability and growth for our shareholders and employees, as well as being sustainable and earning trust within our communities.

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About Autoliv United States

Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.

At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.

Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.

Founded in 1953

Co-workers 65,000

Turnover 10.4 B USD