Product Engineer

Founded in 1948, KSR is an industry leader in designing, engineering, and manufacturing driver interface systems of the future for Tier 1 OEMs.

KSR has an immediate opening for a

Product Engineer

Based out of: Laatzen, Germany

The Product Engineer is responsible for the technical development and lifecycle management of automotive products supporting global customer programs and manufacturing operations. This role serves as the primary engineering resource for assigned products, leading product design activities, engineering changes, validation testing, customer communications, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires the ability to manage complex technical projects, solve engineering challenges, and support strategic growth initiatives across multiple international locations.

Job ID #: 2026.24

Reporting To

Team Leader

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma in Engineering in: Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Automotive, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering or related field with equivalent in experience.

Job Responsibilities

Product Design & Engineering Ownership

• Serve as the technical owner for assigned automotive components or systems throughout the product lifecycle and technical point of contact for OEM customers on assigned products.
• Develop, review, and maintain product designs, drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation
• Ensure designs meet OEM customer requirements, internal engineering standards, and regulatory obligations
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize manufacturability, assembly, quality, and cost

Program & Product Lifecycle Support

• Support product development from concept through launch and production
• Support design validation and testing activities, SOP readiness, initial builds and launch activities
• Participate in customer design reviews, technical meetings, and issue resolution
• Participate in program milestones and design reviews
• Provide ongoing production engineering support for quality, performance, or manufacturing issues
• Lead or support problem solving activities and support cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
• Evaluate design alternatives to improve performance, durability, quality, and cost

Quality & Compliance (APQP / IATF)

• Participate in and support APQP activities, including timing plans and deliverables
• Lead or support DFMEA development and maintenance
• Support PPAP preparation and submission, including design related documentation
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 requirements, CSR’s and internal quality procedures

Engineering Change Management

• Initiate, evaluate, and manage Engineering Change Requests, assess impact of changes
• Coordinate change approvals with customers and internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate revision control and documentation records

Health, Safety & Wellness

• Prioritize safety and comply with the Health and Safety Management System.
• Support risk reduction, hazard identification, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellness legislation and KSR standards.
• Uphold and adhere to the KSR Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

Environmental

• Promote the global Environmental Management System with a focus on footprint reduction, recycling, and resource efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and KSR standards.

Additional Information

Our Applicant Tracking System uses some AI-enhanced tools; however, all decisions related to screening, assessing, and selecting candidates are made by real people on our team.

This posting is for a vacant position.

KSR International ULC is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so we can arrange appropriate support.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.