Product Engineer

Job Description

This position is responsible for the product development scale and launch of soft interior trim for automotive suppliers

Responsibilities

• Perform technical review of customer requirements in terms of alignment with OEM specifications and determine feasibility and capability
• Engage with customers to determine optimal inspection packaging and testing requirements for new products
• Develop specifications for material properties based on statistical analysis and handle negotiations with customers
• Attend product validation trials at customers to understand the interaction between the product and customers molding application Drive subsequent trials and improvement activities Professionally present information and solutions
• Drive PPAP testing requirements based on assessment of Tier and OEMs requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum year degree in Textiles Industrial Engineering Chemical Engineering or Materials Engineering or relevant major
• years automotive manufacturing experience
• Experience using statistical software such as JMP/Minitab & Access and Six Sigma certification a plus
• Experience with soft materials (textile fabrics polyurethane foams nonwovens plastic films plastics or related) and dynamic material testing is required
• Knowledge of automotive OEM specifications and test methods a plus
• Process engineering background desired molding or forming experience is a plus
• Ability to travel % to customers in the US and Mexico

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Financially solid US based company with a dynamic entrepreneurial culture

Excellent growth opportunity with a proven track record of promoting their people

Leading material solution provider to automotive interior trim manufacturers

Casual fun plant environment weeks vacation!