Systems Engineer (Automotive Lighting)

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.

Systems Engineer (Automotive Lighting) is responsible for managing system requirements for automotive lighting products from the early concept phase through development and preparation for series production. The role ensures that customer, legal, safety, security, supplier and internal requirements are properly analyzed, structured, reviewed, documented and translated into clear system requirements.

The position works closely with cross-functional development teams, including system architecture, mechanical, electrical and optical design, test management, quality, industrialization, purchasing, project teams, suppliers and customers. The role also supports the RFQ process, system architecture definition and system test preparation.

The role of Systems Engineer (Automotive Lighting)is based in our Exterior & Lighting Business Group in Nový Jičín, Czech Republic.

Responsibilities

Requirements Management

• Analyze customer, stakeholder, legal, safety, security and supplier requirements
• Decompose high-level requirements into clear system requirements
• Own and maintain system requirements throughout the project lifecycle
• Organize and lead system requirements reviews with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure requirements traceability, structure, documentation and reporting
• Prepare compliance matrix, assumptions, exceptions and requirement-related project documentation
• Trigger and support change request processes, including impact analysis of requirement changes

Project, Architecture and Test Support

• Support product and system architects in translating requirements into system architecture
• Assist lead engineers in preparing lower-level technical requirements
• Support system test teams in defining test cases, KPIs and validation criteria
• Support RFQ teams by analyzing initial customer requirements and identifying risks, assumptions and gaps
• Contribute to the project ramp-up after award and support alignment between customer expectations and project execution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Electronics, Mechanics, Physics or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in requirements engineering or similar function
• Experience in system engineering will be an advantage
• Good knowledge of a Requirements Management Tool like Polarion and Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of ISO 15288 or system engineering processes will be an advantage
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 or functional safety will be an advantage
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams
• Independent working style, analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Good English communication skills

We offer

• Performance bonuses
• 5 weeks of vacation
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility to work from home
• Cafeteria system (benefit program)
• Company events
• Transport allowance
• Contribution to pension / life insurance
• Training and development courses
• Subsidized meals in company canteen

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.