Product Application Engineer

About Us

GKN Automotive is the global leader in conventional, all-wheel, and electrified driveline systems and solutions. With a robust international presence, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate a wide range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. Our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and principled performance drives us to create ingenious solutions that shape the future of mobility.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Product Application Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will support the Winning New Business process and the industrialization of awarded projects. You’ll collaborate across functions to ensure seamless project execution, acting as the engineering liaison with operations. Your work will directly contribute to the implementation of engineering standards and business strategies, helping us deliver cutting-edge driveline technologies to our global customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working independently in an engineering role for 1–3 years
• Familiarity with change management systems and continuous improvement practices
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships across teams
• Demonstrated ability to analyze client needs and interpret technical data effectively

Required Qualifications

Position Overview

As a Product Application Engineer, you will contribute to the drafting and evaluation of engineering standards and specifications. You’ll support project management activities, risk and issue tracking, and feasibility testing of engineering solutions. Your responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing data, generating reports, and supporting product development initiatives. You’ll be expected to manage your workflow to meet quality and timeliness standards, while continuously building your technical capabilities through training and coaching.

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re driven to achieve results, principled in your decision-making, and collaborative in your approach. We value individuals who can make sense of complex information, communicate effectively across diverse audiences, and take action with urgency and enthusiasm. If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of automotive engineering, we’d love to hear from you.

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