KOSTAL develops and manufactures technologically advanced electronic, electromechanical, and mechatronic products. The Group has 64 locations worldwide across four continents and a workforce of about 20,000 people, ensuring competent and flexible service at the local level.
We offer a job in an innovative, globally operating enterprise where challenging tasks are to be solved. You can grow and develop with us worldwide. The open working atmosphere, oriented toward teamwork in our family-owned company, strengthens the motivation and creativity of our employees and creates opportunities for independent action.
Job DescriptionFor further development of our Engineering Center we are hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop automotive interior HMI devices —including mechatronic switch modules and tactile control assemblies. You will participate mechanical design from concept through production release, with a focus on precision mechanisms, packaging, tolerance/GD&T, materials, environmental robustness, and DFM for high-volume automotive programs.
You’ll collaborate with HW, SW, industrial design, validation, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to develop products that meet high automotive compliance.
Key responsibilities:
- Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for automotive interior HMI devices.
- Create and maintain 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and GD&T; manage BOMs and revisions in PDM/PLM.
- Define critical dimensions and perform tolerance stack-up analyses.
- Participate in design reviews and risk analyses (support DFMEA); maintain requirements traceability and verification status.
- Drive DFM/DFA for high-volume production (injection molding, stamping, machining, overmolding, ultrasonic welding/heat staking, laser marking, adhesives, EMC/ESD considerations).
- Support prototype builds and pre-series samples; contribute to DV and PV planning and execution; troubleshoot issues and implement design improvements through EC
- Mechanical Engineering Degree;
- Experience in the design and development of electromechanical products.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (CATIA preferred).
- Strong 2D drawing and GD&T skills (experience with plastic part detailing is a plus).
- Hands-on troubleshooting skills with prototypes and production builds.
- Knowledge of automotive product development standards and processes.
- Working knowledge of polymer part design, processing, and assembly.
- Professional working proficiency in English (conversational and technical).
- Self-driven and proactive; a strong team player within design and cross-functional teams.
We offer:
- Official employment (according to the Labor Code of Ukraine);
- Paid vacation and sick leave;
- Flexible schedule with hybrid work;
- Stable and competitive salary;
- Social benefits package;
- Continuous training process and exchange of experience within the company and with foreign colleagues.
Skills Required
- Mechanical Engineering degree
- Experience designing and developing electromechanical products
- Proficiency in 3D CAD; CATIA preferred
- Strong 2D drawing and GD&T skills
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with prototypes and production builds
- Knowledge of automotive product development standards and processes
- Working knowledge of polymer part design, processing, and assembly
- Professional working proficiency in English, including conversational and technical communication
- Self-driven, proactive, and effective in cross-functional design teams
KOSTAL Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is often described as fair for the job, with overtime and shift premiums boosting total earnings in some roles and regions. U.S. operations in particular are cited for competitive base pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive in multiple locations, with offerings such as medical and dental plans and insurance partnerships. This breadth contributes to positive sentiment around total compensation.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible working hours, flexitime, and remote-work options are commonly offered for eligible roles. These arrangements support work-life balance alongside core pay and benefits.
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What We Do
KOSTAL Group is a global, independent, family-owned company based in Germany that develops and manufactures technologically complex electronic and mechatronic products.








