Materials Engineer

Description:

Responsibilities

• Performs necessary compound and adhesive specification, development and testing requirements of APQP interfacing with the Project Engineers.
• Issues testing requests and coordinates scheduling with the Materials supplier.
• Writes reports to Project Engineers on testing and evaluations performed.
• Issues/updates operating procedures and work instructions for testing and processing, material specifications, and operating conditions for new applications.
• Provides technical support to the production areas.
• Maintains vendor relations to remain current on product applications.
• Outlines and manages development projects for performance and processing improvements to existing material and testing technologies.
• Initiates and reviews projects with the Corporate Materials Group for new compound development.
• Performs necessary functions to adhere to ISO/IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant Field; advanced degree preferred or compensating years of experience
• 3+ years of industry-relevant prexperience
• Relevant certifications, system experience, and training
• Professional-Level English language skills preferred
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
• Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.