Where is the Business Development Engineer role at tesa tape inc. based?

This role is based in Novi, MI. Work arrangement: Hybrid.

How many years of experience does this Business Development Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 5 years of relevant experience.

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Business Development Engineer

tesa tape inc. · Novi, MItoday

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Drive spec-in of tesa adhesive tape solutions for automotive electrical systems and wire harness applications.

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Why it is interesting. Own early-design-phase spec-in of adhesive solutions with major automotive OEMs.

Might not be for you. Sales-flavored, customer-facing role with travel; not a bench R&D position.

Computational or deskCustomer-facingTechnical expert for customers BS acceptableSenior hires only

Adjacent materials roleresolving technical challenges related to wire harness applications; adhesive solutions; spec-in activities during vehicle design

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: Hybrid
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 5+ yrs
Industry: Automotive
Role: Technical Service / Sales

Role details

Location: USA, Novi - tesa tape inc. - Automotive Solution Center
Function: Sales / Customer Service

Are you ready to revolutionize tape with us?

At tesa, we're not just colleagues; we're collaborators who thrive on pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. Our mission is to create sustainable adhesive solutions that improve the work, products, and lives of our customers - *we're passionate about making a difference!*

The Business Development Engineer that is selected to join our Electrical Systems (ES) team will successfully initiate, manage, and complete customer projects and spec-in activities during the early stages of a vehicle design process for key initiatives across the customers and partners in their business sector. In addition, they will take lead in resolving technical challenges related to wire harness applications to ensure long-term and sustainable business with key customers and partners.

How you'll help the formula

Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in the Electrical Systems market.
Establish a network of existing and new contacts within assigned strategic area through various prospecting channels (CRM, LinkedIn, cold calling, etc.) to initiate new projects with focus customers/partners in partnership with internal sales teams.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations and proposals to prospective clients early in the design phase.
Track and report on business development activities and progress toward targets.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform business strategies.
Support contract negotiations and ensure alignment with company goals.
Other duties as assigned.

Key elements for your role

Four-year college degree in an engineering field, or higher degree.
5 years of working experience in engineering, sales, business development, or technical sales.
Ability to communicate and present with the ability to influence complex organizational structures.
Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving capabilities.
Skilled and proficient in use of computers, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must have a current, valid driver’s license, passport, and physical ability to drive for lengthy periods; must be available for air/auto travel up to 25% of the time.
Ability and willingness to adapt own work schedule to satisfy customer needs.

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Posted on: 9/25/26

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