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Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

Competitive compensation and benefits

Work-life flexibility

Recognition and rewards

Development and career opportunities

A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Assistant Manager- Engineering Design,

Department: Powertrain Solutions Date Prepared: August 2025

Division: Diesel Engines

Group: Rehlko RSC

BASIC FUNCTION

Develops layouts for the investigation and solution of complex technical problems related to new engine design or upgrading of existing engines, receiving general direction.

Defines, with minimum guidance, the technical solutions to meet the Product Profile or ECR (Engineering Change Request) requirements, considering aspect related to manufacture, assembly, cost and value for customer (Design to Manufacture Design to Assembly, Design to Cost, Design to Value).

Analyzes solutions evaluating manufacturing and assembly aspects and considering the impact on the costs and the added value for the customer, of complex technical problems related to the design of new engines.

Conception, creative design, analysis of new applications or improve engines and components at the high professional engineering level.

Completes professional engineering assignments of wide broad scope.

Consults with more experienced technical staff for a major technology choice and on technical matters.

Supports or leads projects by using off-the-shelf (existing and within the same industry) technology independently.

SPECIFIC RESPONSABILITIES

Performs assignments of a complicated nature with minimal guidance

Hands on experience in Creo software

Worked on engine localization projects

Readily identifies and applies technical tools

Identify technologies to improve the work effectiveness of the assigned areas.

Gives support to BOM team in definition of new engines applications together with Application and Sales

Gives assistance to Production, Purchase, and Quality for improvements, problem solving and new sourcing, related to complex problems.

Assumes responsibility of all work on assigned projects, coordinates and supports, with minimum guidance, consultants and suppliers involving design, drafting, sample construction and delivery, as well as for the ones release for production.

Contributes with creative new ideas, concepts, and approaches relative to the project design and development.

Willing and successful in taking appropriate risk.

Can justify risk under critical review.

Evaluate the impact of the choices and/or solutions proposed in the area of responsibility (big picture).

Identify well balanced compromises between technical requirements and customer requests (costs, advantages).

Participates in technical work of consumer innovation projects and other strategic business initiatives.

Conceives and owns entire projects using engineering best-practices.

Establishes specifications, test plans and design documentation that satisfies a wide range of requirements.

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS

Supervisory Relationships

Reports to Manager-IC Engines

Organizational Relationships:

Operates independently with limited guidance from managers and/or more senior engineers.

Provides technical guidance to less experienced engineers.

Contribute to the growth of the team.

Successfully establishes and maintains partnerships with peers, suppliers and customers.

Building relationships and inspiring a collaborative environment.

Frequent contact with Calculation, Product Development, Reliability Validation staff, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Product Marketing and Service staff too

External Relationships:

Frequent contact with suppliers

Contact with outside consultants and research institute staffs.

Contact with OEM, Customers, and industry leaders.

Attends technical conference for new engine technologies and exhibitions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Masters / bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification with typically 9-12 years of work experience in Diesel engine development to obtain this level of results and competence.

Diploma or post-Diploma in Mechanical with typically 12-15 years of work experience in similar product.

TECHNICAL KNOW-HOW

Advanced knowledge of design rules (quotations, tolerances both dimensional and geometrical)

Deep knowledge of products and their main applications

Deep knowledge of engine technology and components

Advanced knowledge of materials properties

Deep knowledge of machining and production processes

Technical support for New Customer Acquisition

Good knowledge of Design to Value

Advanced knowledge of project management and problem solving

Knowledge of Diesel Off-Road emissions regulations (APAC, Europe, USA…)

Advanced knowledge of APQP and FMEA processes

Good knowledge of Reliability Risk Analysis tools

Good knowledge of testing and validation procedures

Advanced knowledge of NPD process

Ability to proficiently use Creo or CAD SW

Deep knowledge of ERP system: BOM, cost, orders and stock

Good knowledge and ability to utilize MS Project

Advanced level of English knowledge required, both written and verbal

SOFT SKILLS

May coordinate technicians or interns to conduct specific activities

Adaptability and Change management

Building relationships and inspiring a collaborative environment

Good communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written

Good cooperation and teamwork abilities

Good capability to analyze data and recommend the necessary solutions

Innovative spirit & good Customer Orientation

Good problem-solving skill

Good planning ability

Good Time management and prioritization ability

Good ability to work in multitasking and under stress

KPI – Assistant Manager (Engineering – Engine Design)

1. Quality

Complete assigned work with a quality rating >= 3

(on scale 1 to 4: 1- low and 4- High) .

2. Delivery

Ensure On-Time Delivery as per project timeline with a rating >= 3

(on scale 1 to 4: 1- low and 4- High).

3. Customer Satisfaction

Achieve at least “Meets Expectation” in customer feedback.

Conduct customer surveys in H1 and H2 for evaluation.

4. Design Efficiency

Generate new design concepts and perform trade-offs.

Improve design features for enhanced productivity.

Achieve Design Efficiency > 90%.

5. New Customer Acquisition

Meet acquisition target by > 85%.

6. Root Cause Analysis

Perform thorough RCA of production and customer issues till closure.

7. Project Timeline

Ensure on-time project completion by coordinating with relevant stakeholders.

Take complete ownership within the scope of the project.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose - Creating an energy resilient world for a better future - and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day