APPRENTICESHIP - Junior Design Project Manager (M/F)

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

Job Description

Within the Engineering Design & Development department, you will contribute to the development of technical solutions by providing support in product design and optimization of OPmobility products, particularly through the use of CATIA V5 CAD software and collaboration with project teams. 

Desired start date: September 2026 
Duration: 1 to 3 years 

Main responsibilities:

• Lead the design of a part or product within OPmobility’s scope
• Provide support to business activities by developing reproducible standards
• Perform CAD modeling (3D & 2D) of one or more parts within the scope using CATIA V5
• Assist the Engineering Project Manager in product development and validation
• Provide cross-functional support to development teams according to needs and opportunities

Candidate profile:

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree (Bac+4/+5) in Plastics Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Intermediate to advanced English level (B2/C1)
• Knowledge of project management as well as plastics and mechanical design
• Basic knowledge of SharePoint Online
• Intermediate proficiency in CATIA V5 CAD software
• Good command of PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong team spirit and interpersonal skills
• Creativity, resilience, and good communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and structure thinking on new topics 

Location: Sigmatech – Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (40 km from Lyon, carpooling available)

Compensation & Benefits:

Attractive compensation based on age and level of education, including a profit-sharing and incentive scheme.

Other benefits are also offered on our site:

• Transportation allowance
• Employer contribution toward meal expenses at the company cafeteria
• Gym, concierge services…

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.