Mechanical Engineer – MDO project Lead

Visteon is a global automotive technology leader, advancing mobility through innovative technology solutions that enable a software-defined future. The company’s state-of-the-art product portfolio merges digital cockpit innovations, advanced displays, AI-enhanced software solutions, and integrated EV architecture solutions. With expertise spanning passenger vehicles, commercial transportation, and two-wheelers, Visteon partners with global automakers to create safer, cleaner, and more connected journeys. Founded in 2000, the company employs 10,000 employees in 18 countries around the globe. In 2024, Visteon recorded annual sales of approximately $3.87 billion and secured $6.1 billion in new business. To know more about us, visit visteon.com.

The mission of this role:

Organize, lead, and coordinate the associated MDO (mechanical, display and optic) engineering activities during the development and the delivery phases of Visteon products, in line with the agreed Cost, Quality and Timing commitments.

Key Objectives of this Role: 

• Manage the MDO project deliverables, timing, and budget;
• Identify technical or other issues and drive these to closure by bringing together key stakeholders for decision-making;
• Cross-functional communication and organizational activities between project teams, customers and suppliers;
• Responsible for the mechanical design related customer requirements, implementation and product validation;
• Regular project reporting and metrics;
• Management, inspection and approval of engineering samples;
• Engineering validation tests planning, support and analysis;
• Manage MDO related changes for the project;
• Interface to Apps eng. and project team;
• Supports the customer communication;
• Leads supplier communication;
• Audits (internal, external and customer) support;
• Process compliance.

Qualification, Experience and Skills: 

• Master’s Degree in the field of mechanical engineering, or related;
• Project, Change and Risk management;
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in a multi-cultural global organization;
• Excellent organizational and delegation skills with ability to own the product roadmap and schedule, with a track record of delivering projects on-time;
• Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• Able to comfortably manage multiple tasks and assignments;
• Computer proficiency in MS Office (MS Project will be considered as an advantage);
• Experience in display products design will be considered as an advantage;
• Experience in the automotive industry will be considered as an advantage;
• Fluent in verbal and written English.

Key Behaviors:  

• Evaluating Problems;
• Critical Thinking (Investigating Issues);
• Collaboration (Building Relationships);
• Communicating Information;
• Showing Resilience.

Reporting Structure:  PD-ME and Delivery Global Structure

Visteon Culture

If you thrive in a fast-paced, organizational culture that requires agility, adaptability, and a growth mindset from its employees to thrive and stay ahead of the curve Visteon is the place. We value high performance and a drive for results. Innovation, risk-taking, and continuous learning help us keep up with the ever-changing landscape of our industry and be Market leaders. At Visteon you can be more.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Possibilities for career development in an international company;
• Professional development based on up-to-date training opportunities and expertise;
• 25 days paid annual leave;
• Additional health insurance and life insurance;
• Competitive remuneration package with a pool of benefits and incentives schemes at place;
• Open and friendly working atmosphere;
• Social activities.

In the fast lane of technology. At Visteon, we’re redefining how the world connects through its vehicles. Our innovations transform the driving experience for millions, powered by a high-performance culture that challenges the status quo and sparks new possibilities—in careers and communities. Join us and help shape the future.