Customer Lead Engineer

Req ID 87628 | Shanghai, China, ZF (China) Investment Co., Ltd. About the Team We are looking for a new colleague in R&D team at our location in Jiuting, Shanghai. What you can look forward to as a Customer Lead Engineer: Cross-functional and global coordination: Work independently with Sales to align customer requirements and coordinate across ZF TSO, engineering product groups, and global customers.

Technical project and platform development leadership: Drive clarification of platform-related technical topics, lead development coordination, represent ZF engineering to customers, and manage cross-project specifications and standards. Acquisition-phase technical leadership: Lead project engineers for platform component acquisitions, proactively manage technical topics, and report development status to management while supporting Sales with customer-specific technical strategies.

Customer engagement and technical presentations: Serve as the primary engineering contact, organize and lead technical meetings, prepare and deliver customer presentations, and maintain strong, stable customer relationships through regular status communication. Innovation promotion and market insight: Identify customer pain points and market trends, promote ZF innovation products for future business opportunities, maintain visibility across linked projects, and provide on-site technical support near the customer.

Your Profile as a Customer Lead Engineer: Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience; 5 years professional experience preferably in the automotive supplier industry Know-how in the general context of chassis system and component products Proven competence in dealing with customers and suppliers; Proactive and collaborative approach towards problem solving. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Good intercultural understanding as well as a willingness to travel frequently.

Why you should choose ZF? Individual Growth: At ZF, you accelerate your career by working together across borders and cultures. Take advantage of global development opportunities, support and a flexible working environment. Experience Variety: Join ZF to shape future mobility and sustainable systems. Drive smart solutions and contribute to safer, cleaner, affordable mobility for all.

Find Inspiration: Develop yourself in a team-oriented and supportive environment at ZF. Take on international challenges, be inspired by your colleagues and shape the future with us. Be part of our ZF team as Customer Lead Engineer and apply now! Contact Jinyan Zhuang jinyan.zhuang@zf.com