KYB Americas Corporation is looking to drive the development and enhancement of innovative automotive products by ensuring products meet market demands and align with the company's strategic objectives. This involves detailed technical analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and resolving issues to support new product launches and improve data accuracy.
Requirements
- Proficient with computers, software and devices that utilize: Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel and data organization skills.
- CAD viewing or modeling software for reviewing technical drawings and verifying specifications.
- File management systems and shared data platforms used to track development progress and maintain documentation.
- Email, video conferencing, and collaboration tools for clear communication across departments and with external partners.
- Photo and video tools for documenting prototypes, assemblies, and fitment checks.
- Online research tools used for verifying applications, catalog data, or cross-references.
- The ability to read and interpret technical drawings is required.
Responsibilities
- Support product development projects by ordering, tracking, and evaluating OE samples for fitment validation and performance verification.
- Perform fitment checks and assist with prototype builds to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
- Review supplier drawings and technical documentation to confirm dimensional accuracy and alignment with internal standards before production approval.
- Prepare unification reports to consolidate applications, reduce redundancies, and improve catalog accuracy.
- Coordinate with Procurement, Project Coordinators, and suppliers to resolve issues that delay product launches or production.
- Assist in creating documentation and reports required for new product approvals and launches.
- Provide technical support to customers, distributors, and internal teams.
Other
- An associate degree in a technical, mechanical, or business-related field is preferred. Equivalent hands-on experience in automotive, manufacturing, or product support environments will also be considered.
- Prior experience in product development, catalog management, or technical support is highly desirable.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and clear communication across departments and with external partners.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to teamwork are essential.
- This position involves a combination of office and physical work. Approximately half of the time is spent at a computer performing data analysis, documentation, and communication tasks. The remaining time is spent handling components, conducting fitment checks, and evaluating samples in the warehouse or field settings. The role requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Travel to mechanic shops or partner facilities is required for measurements, fitment testing, and related technical tasks.
- Work may include exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and mechanical equipment while performing fitment checks or product testing.
