DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Company: Freudenberg Group
Location: Durham
Posted on: November 9, 2024

Job Description:

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

• Develop raw materials, processes and products to support the business strategy including new product design or product/process enhancement.
• Define and execute projects using stage gate methodology.
• Provide support to commercial team and customers for implementation of new processes/products and customer issues.
• Establish process/product parameters (settings, properties and specifications).
• Define and implement methods to improve productivity, capacity and quality.
• Maintain awareness of new and/or alternate raw materials, processes, equipment, and competitive product development through continuous research using various electronic publications and industry networking opportunities. Qualifications:
  • Minimum four-year college degree in textiles or engineering, master's or higher preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in product development or manufacturing role with project management experience, preferably Stage Gate.
  • Prior experience in fiber production, spun-bonded nonwovens, and/or operation of major process equipment desired.
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced environment and on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Well-developed analytical problem solving and communication skills.
  • Project management skills (stage-gate, time management, prioritization)
  • Applied scientific/engineering/math principles
  • Applied statistical principles (SPC, capability, hypothesis tests)
  • Problem-solving techniques/principles (root cause, 8D)
  • Experimentation techniques/principles (DOE)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
  • Ability to interface effectively with other functions
    
    The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
    
    Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

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