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Perfection Automotive Aftermarket Group · 10 hours ago

Product Development Engineer

Lake Forest, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $135K/yr

3+ years exp

Perfection Automotive Aftermarket Group is part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings, committed to making a positive impact through diverse learning opportunities. They are seeking a Product Development Engineer to support the development of vehicle electronic components, blending hands-on engineering with technical leadership to ensure products meet OE-level performance standards.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Support new product development across our portfolio, including solenoids, sensors, pressure switches, relays, HMI cockpit switches, fuel pumps and other categories

Execute design validation, functional and performance testing, and failure/root-cause analysis on electromechanical systems

Collaborate with global suppliers and contract manufacturers to review designs, drawings, specifications, and tooling readiness

Develop and maintain test plans, validation protocols, and engineering documentation

Provide technical expertise to the commercial organization during customer meetings, presentations, and issue resolution

Collaborate with supply chain and quality teams to ensure supplier capability, PPAP readiness, and adherence to engineering standards

Benchmark competitive products to identify design improvements, failure modes, and innovation opportunities

Provide technical input to catalog, data, and marketing teams (e.g., specifications, connector details, electrical performance)

Ensure compliance with industry standards (SAE, ISO, IATF, RoHS, REACH) and internal engineering practices

Qualification

MechatronicsElectromechanical systemsProduct developmentValidation equipmentCADDFMEAAnalytical skillsProject managementCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electromechanical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering with cross-disciplinary experience

3–7 years of demonstrated experience in product development, validation, or applied R&D, preferably within automotive, or electromechanical components

Solid understanding of both electrical and mechanical principles, including circuit behavior, actuation, sealing, wear, and durability

Hands-on proficiency with validation equipment (e.g., thermal chambers, vibration rigs, load frames, electrical cycling)

Strong background in CAD, design analysis, DFMEA, DVP&R, and related processes

Proven problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineering, quality, supply chain, product development, marketing, and commercial teams

Ability to work onsite at our Foothill Ranch, CA facility