Our client, a leader in automotive innovation, is seeking a dedicated Lead Product Engineer to join their team. As a Lead Product Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting automotive design and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a passion for advancing automotive engineering, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Lead Product Engineer **Location:** Salem, VA **Pay Range:** $49.5 **What's the Job?** + Serve as the primary point of contact for all design-related queries, providing expert guidance and troubleshooting support throughout the product development lifecycle. + Lead the management and coordination of process and product changes, ensuring seamless implementation while maintaining quality and compliance standards. + Utilize CATIA V5 software to lead all design and engineering activities, including 3D modeling, simulation, and documentation to develop innovative automotive components. + Apply engineering principles to design and develop automotive products that align with customer technical specifications, functional requirements, and manufacturing cost and efficiency targets. + Conduct thorough 3D modeling evaluations to assess the technical feasibility of proposed designs, identify potential challenges, and optimize design solutions. **What's Needed?** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field. + Minimum of 8 years of experience in automotive product design and engineering, with demonstrated proficiency in CATIA V5 and experience with data management systems like PLM. + Strong leadership and project management skills, capable of guiding cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects. + Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and cost optimization strategies. + Ability to analyze complex technical issues critically and develop innovative engineering solutions. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to lead impactful automotive design projects and influence the future of automotive technology. + Collaborate with a talented and innovative team dedicated to excellence. + Work in a dynamic environment that values continuous improvement and professional growth. + Contribute to high-quality, cost-effective automotive solutions that make a difference. + Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion. **Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Vision Plan + Health Savings Account + Health Flexible Spending Account + Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance + Business Travel Insurance + 401(k), Plus Match + Weekly Pay If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.