Motorsports Application Engineer
MAHLE Engine Components USA, Inc.

Job Info

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Together, we move the world-we've been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.

With more than 77,000 employees, MAHLE generated sales of approximately EUR 12.0 billion in 2019 and is represented in over 30 countries with 160 locations, including 16 major research and development centers. Join our MAHLE team! #StrongerTogether

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Application and Sales Engineers take full responsibility for all aspects of application and/or sales duties for the assigned customer accounts and Motorsports product lines. It includes interface with customers, teams and individuals, on numerous subjects and in coordination with our Tech Centers in Detroit and Germany, and with various MAHLE production facilities.
• Interfaces with various individuals at our customers and different locations within the MAHLE organization. Acts as primary contact with race teams and other Motorsports product customers.
• Coordinates performance piston and related component development projects, from the design phase through the production phase. Coordinates research and testing activities conducted jointly with potential customers of the company's products. This requires handling the necessary correspondence and customer contacts related to the application and sales duties of the assigned accounts. It also includes general administration duties as well as special assignments as needed.
• Understands customer requirements and task in order to be able to lead and define the most competitive, reliable and acceptable way to fulfill these requirements within the scope of the company's strategies, goals, missions, and production capabilities.
• Must become familiar with MAHLE technology and design procedures.
• Negotiates terms and pricing with customers. Must likewise follow-up/communicate with customers for all basic Sales functions; sales orders, production requests, stock checks, order tracking, returns & credits.
• Responsible for assigned customer inventories and component ordering and tracking.
• Candidate must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on a variety of technical subjects with audiences of varied technical skill, background and personality.
• Participates in meetings, seminars, and training sessions as needed to stay appraised of new developments in field. In turn, must likewise prepare and present pertinent information for meetings, seminars and training sessions.
• Follows up on newly developed techniques and practices in order to be able to support our customers in their piston development programs and other aspects relevant to MAHLE Motorsports.
• Prepares reports concerning departmental activities as required. Organizes and prepares technical presentations for our customers.
• Takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and follows the company's strategies, goals and missions.
• Travels periodically to other MAHLE locations as needed, as well as customer sites, customer scheduled meetings and trade shows.

Your Skills & Strengths

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Power Point); SAP training provided.
• Preferred knowledge of motorsports industry and automotive engines, components and applications.

In addition to work in a great team, we encourage you to reach your personal potential and through outstanding learning and development opportunities. Exciting assignments and personalized support for your career are available to you.

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