Product Design Leader

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility? Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere. The role of Product Design Leader is based in our Exterior & Lighting Business Group in Lozorno, Slovakia .

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of automotive products from concept to production Translate customer requirements into effective, manufacturable design solutions Assess design feasibility and coordinate design activities with internal teams and external suppliers Act as the main technical interface between customers, suppliers, CAD teams, and project stakeholders Drive design reviews, monitor action plans, and ensure on-time delivery of engineering milestones Collaborate with Project Engineering Managers to identify and implement optimal technical solutions Define and maintain product geometry, reference systems, and key design parameters Support tooling development by defining critical tuning and adjustment areas Review and technically validate drawings, assemblies, and engineering documentation Define and perform actions for part shape adaptation to achieve functional and geometrical target fulfillment during pre-production phase Capture lessons learned and promote best practices throughout the project lifecycle Requirements: University degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Engineering field Minimum 3 years of experience in design of injection-molded plastic parts Proven ability to lead product design activities and CAD engineers Strong knowledge of design-for-manufacturing principles Experience in automotive product development environments High level of technical proactivity and problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Willingness to travel as required Driving license B Fluent English (B2 level or higher) We offer: Career development - opportunities to grow within division or group level Contribution to third pillar (pension saving) Professional training, language courses Social events, sport activities Referral bonus, improvement idea reward, working anniversary bonus Contributions from Social fund, contribution to life events (wedding, birth of the child) Maximum pocket money for business trips abroad Meals in canteen for 1.

00€ Yearly salary review based on performance Possibility to work from home Flexible working hours Additional relax day based on seniority Coffee for free At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry. Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility.

Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions. With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact.

All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.