Job Description

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels, and you can be part of our team as a Mechatronic and Electronic Engineer in the Automotive Steering Wheels Division.

The Mechatronic and Electronic Engineer is responsible for the development and integration of electronic and mechatronic components within steering wheel products, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, automotive industry standards, and internal Autoliv requirements. The role coordinates technical activities related to components such as Hands-on Detection (HOD), Heating Systems, and Switches, from customer requirement analysis and supplier selection through product validation and series production launch. The engineer works closely with Product Engineering, Process Engineering, Quality teams, and external suppliers to ensure optimal integration of components into the steering wheel assembly. Additionally, the role contributes to continuous product improvement by applying lessons learned from previous projects and implementing innovative technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Analyze customer technical specifications and define technical requirements for supplied electronic and mechatronic components.
2. Lead the technical development of electrical and mechatronic components such as Hands-on Detection (HOD), Heating Systems, and Switches.
3. Ensure the integration of electronic components into the final product in collaboration with Engineering and Process teams.
4. Define and coordinate validation and testing plans (DV/PV) at both component and complete steering wheel levels, together with the Steering Wheel Product Engineering Lead (PEL).
5. Review technical proposals and supplier quotations and participate in supplier selection processes.
6. Apply experience and lessons learned from previous projects to prevent defects and implement corrective actions in new developments.
7. Support the development and implementation of testing interfaces and equipment required to verify steering wheel electronic functionality.
8. Actively participate in technical problem-solving activities, root cause analysis, and the implementation of improvement actions.
9. Provide technical support for new product launches and the transfer of products into mass production.

Key Competencies

1. Strong knowledge of mechatronics, electronics, and embedded system integration within the automotive industry.
2. Experience in the development and validation of electronic components such as HOD systems, Heating Systems, Switches, sensors, and control modules.
3. Understanding of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, DV/PV processes and IATF 16949 requirements.
4. Advanced technical analysis and structured problem-solving skills using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa.
5. Experience working with suppliers and evaluating technical documentation.
6. Ability to coordinate technical activities within multidisciplinary and international teams.
7. Knowledge of automotive product testing, validation, and industrialization processes.
8. Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
2. Experience in the development of automotive products containing electronic and mechatronic content.
3. Experience in technical requirements management and collaboration with electronic component suppliers.
4. Experience with steering systems, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technologies, or steering wheel integrated components is considered a significant advantage.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a solution-oriented engineer with a solid understanding of mechatronic and electronic products in the automotive industry, capable of leading the technical development of critical steering wheel components and collaborating effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical thinking, autonomy, a quality-driven mindset, and the ability to translate customer requirements into robust, validated technical solutions.

More lives saved – more life lived!