Adient Aerospace is a Joint Venture between Adient and Boeing. Boeing brings a deep knowledge of Aerospace, and Adient is the world’s leader in automotive seating. At Adient Aerospace, it is our mission to deliver innovative seating design through precise operational excellence, resulting in a superior customer experience. We bring the right pieces together, in precisely the right way, at precisely the right time.

Adient Aerospace is looking for a Product Engineer to join our team in Bothell, Washington. We're looking for highly proficient individuals who are collaborative, value diversity, enjoy working as a team, and share our passion to succeed. We invest in our employees with opportunities for professional development and we offer competitive benefits.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Product Engineeris responsible for the development and execution of front-end product design and engineering strategies essential for the development of business class seating programs. They are also responsible for managing the development and customization of customer aircraft Layout of Passenger Accommodations (LOPAs), ensuring strict adherence to internal, customer, and aircraft OEM specifications. Through close coordination with Engineering Managers and Sales Directors, they will ensure alignment between the engineering and sales & marketing departments.

Note: The primary difference between job levels primarily lies on skill level, the complexity of problem-solving, and years of experience. Job assignments will be determined by factors such as experience, job openings, budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES - Essential Functions(Other duties and projects may be assigned or requested.)

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Play a key role in shaping product design and engineering intent, processes, and strategic initiatives
• Specialize in producing LOPA designs tailored to various seating classes
• Perform technical analysis, reviews specifications, and product design to develop a cost and time estimate
• Monitor team members’ work for accuracy and technical competence; provide feedback as needed
• Collaborate with management and sales teams to review project proposals; identify and address potential issues as needed
• Assume ownership of assigned projects to ensure completion is on time, on budget, and in compliance with regulations
• Generate creative and technically feasible design solutions, emphasizing product value, functionality, theme consistency, and cost-effective manufacturing
• Coordinate with groups such as manufacturing, planning, purchasing, program management, certification, stress engineering, and electrical engineering to ensure program completion according to safety standards, regulations, and schedule
• Create 3D models of individual components and assemblies in CATIA. Create and/or check 2D drawings of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies as required in CATIA and AUTOCAD
• Research and verify design criteria and customer needs, based on regulatory, integrator, or OEM requirements.
• Develop and optimize designs adhering to performance targets including cost, volume, weight, and quality as established by management and customer demand. Identify opportunities to optimize components and assemblies whenever possible
• Create design proposals, including presentations, and objectively demonstrate the benefits and rationale behind proposed designs. This may include presentations to a various groups including other disciplines and customers
• Operate with increased autonomy, requiring minimal managerial guidance
• Maintain a safe, secure, and legal work environment, adhering to all Company policies and procedures
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of the Company’s information and products
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned or requested

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS – Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience

Experience: Job assignments will be based on experience, job opening and budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

• Level l: 0-3 years of engineering experience
• Level II: 3-6 years of engineering experience
• Level III: 6-8 years of engineering experience

Note: The primary difference between job levels primarily lies on skill level, the complexity of problem-solving, and years of experience. Job assignments will be determined by factors such as experience, job openings, budget availability, and the performance level of the incumbent.

Skills:

• Experience in comprehensively understanding seating products
• Developed understanding of our business strategy and corporate language
• Ability to plan medium-sized projects
• Experience in A-class surfacing
• Knowledge of PLM systems
• Familiarity with AutoCAD

Other:

• Extended or irregular hours may be required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Adient Aerospace is an “at-will” employer; employment is at the mutual consent of both the employee and the employer and may be terminated at will for any reason, with or without cause, at any time during employment with the Company
• As business conditions warrant a change in the operating necessities of the Company, all employees are expected to react productively and handle other essential tasks assigned now or in the future
• Tasks may vary slightly based on products produced at a division

SUPERVISION PROVIDED TO THE POSITION

• Direction is provided for assignments in terms of desired outcome (goals), timing and budget. Work is reviewed or measured in terms of meeting organizational objectives and schedules.
• Operate autonomously, providing occasional status updates to your supervisor.
• Develop and provide solutions to complex problems based on established precedents and are consistent with organization objectives.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

• Oversees the work of others.
• Assists in the training and coaching of project team members as assigned.
• Assist in driving the achievement of key initiatives of product development.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Develop and provide solutions for a variety of problems based on established precedents and policies.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION
Adient Aerospace offers competitive wages and benefits to recognize employees for their work. Actual salaries will vary depending on experience and geographic location.

Salary Range Transparency: $90,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on candidate qualifications

Featured Benefits:

• Up to 7% bonus potential (for bonus eligible positions)
• Generous 401(K) matching with immediate eligibility and vesting
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 12 paid holidays
• Affordable health care plans for yourself and your family
• And so much more!

Other Perks:

• On-site gym
• Free electric car charging stations
• Potential for growth within organization
• Supportive workplace environment with a team-oriented culture