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Aptiv · 1 day ago

Application Engineer, Energy NA

Detroit Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Aptiv is one of the world’s leading technology companies focusing on expanding into non-automotive markets. The role involves developing connection system solutions for customers in the Energy Markets, including battery energy storage and solar, while collaborating with various teams to drive growth and product alignment.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleRide SharingSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop new customer opportunities by visiting customers, understanding their challenges/requirements, and proposing technical solutions to proactively get Aptiv connectors designed into production

Provide “voice of the customer” feedback to our internal business and engineering teams

Track and Improve energy market connector penetration and growth by customer, market, and product lines

Collaborate with Sales, Product Line, and Distribution teams in prioritizing key energy market opportunities

Collaborate with Sales, Product Line, Marketing, and Distribution teams in identifying which of our current automotive products best match energy market customer needs to promote growth

Recommend new products and technology needed to increase our sales in energy markets for inclusion on our future roadmap

Develop competitor benchmarking information including products, performance, tradeoffs to highlight potential value prop entry

Lead BOM development for internal quote process

Lead customer technical reviews

Support material preparation for internal business reviews

Qualification

Engineering degreeEnergy market experienceTechnical problem solvingCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsPerformance track recordGrowth driven mentalityHigh motivation

Required

Undergraduate degree in engineering (mechanical or electrical)

3+ years of experience in areas relevant for our business e.g. products like wire harness and connectors and end markets like energy storage or solar

Demonstrated skills and experience in solving complex technical problems with innovative product solutions – includes structuring the problem, gathering and analyzing data, generating insights, recommendations and gaining customer acceptance

Strong communication skills, including the ability to develop polished visuals (PowerPoint) and communicate effectively with customers

Growth driven hunter mentality

High motivation with a track record of strong performance and career progression

Experience in effective collaboration in a team environment