This position assumes full responsibility for EV/ xEV cooling system components  within VCTC as the component FOP (father of parts) and reports to the YAF1 (Thermal concept & component development) 
Responsible for the design and release of cooling system components in accordance with technical requirements and VW process requirements.

 Key Tasks:

• Responsible for cooling system components design and release, including technical requirements (LAH), math data, design validation& plan
•  Responsible for cooling components performance, includes geometry, material, function, performance etc. - Responsible for all development relevant tasks, like material testing, component level testing, supplier in house simulation& testing , durability testing
•  Technical release responsibility for project milestones release(P/B/BMG/K) according to project timing and VW requirements
• Component CAD data generation and release, GD&T, DOE, DMU check, component DFM/ DFA feasibility, bill of material(BOM) creation
•  Issue solving: testing issues, production problems, after-sales complaints, engineering failure mode identification etc.
• Supplier nomination and project management: - Support the supplier nomination process, evaluate supplier development capabilities, technical concept and time plan etc. - Supplier coordination during whole component development process on design frozen, sample preparation, test plan, and release etc. 
• Change management (Aeko, AeA, AWE) , generate change requests and track status as per project timing - Evaluate and implement changes triggered by design, production, quality, supplier etc. 
• Benchmarking analysis for cooling system components, in regards of material, functionality, standards, weight, vehicle performance, material cost analysis 
• Cooperation with internal and external partners for the activities above 

Qualification and skills required for the position: 

• Bachelor’s degree or above, major in mechatronics, power and energy engineering, mechanical engineering or other related fields.
• 3 years+ work experience in xEV thermal management component development field 
• Experience with project management and supplier management experience 
• Familiar with xEV Thermal management system principle, components technical requirement; - Familiar with CAD tools like CATIA; - Experience on product development and lifecycle management; - Deep understanding of automotive development processes and procedures - Proficiency in MS office; - Familiar with agile working methods and Jira-System is a plus; - Fluent English communication skills, German language is a plus; - Good communication skills and team spirit.