Freudenberg

MaterialsEngineer

$100–100k Findlay, Ohio, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Materials Engineer at Freudenberg. Skills: Materials development, Process development, Product development. Provide technical leadership. Support site performance”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Analytical skills; Data interpretation

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical field, 5+ years of industry experience in thermoplastics, Hands-on expertise in compounding, extrusion, or injection molding, background in translating customer needs into material specifications and technical solutions, Demonstrated ability to work independently, Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams, Demonstrated ability to drive results, Experience in customer-facing roles, Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, Ability to interpret complex data, Ability to guide technical decisions

Nice to Have

Proven experience working with or developing film and/or foam materials

What You'll Do.

Provide technical leadership

Support site performance

Solve material challenges

Solve process challenges

Lead development projects

Implement development projects

Evaluate thermoplastic materials

Select thermoplastic materials

Implement thermoplastic materials

Introduce emerging film technologies

Introduce emerging foam technologies

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering

Develop production processes

Scale production processes

Build relationships with customers

Translate requirements into material solutions

Translate requirements into development strategies

Collaborate with suppliers

Collaborate with vendors

Collaborate with industry networks

Introduce innovative materials

Introduce innovative technologies

Analyze physical data

Analyze chemical data

Analyze performance data

Interpret physical data

Interpret chemical data

Interpret performance data

Drive decision-making

Drive continuous improvement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Manufacturing Engineering

Communication Scope

Customer communication

Full Job Description

**Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!** # Responsibilities: * Provide advanced technical leadership to support site performance, solving complex material and process challenges. * Lead materials, process, and product development projects from concept through production implementation. * Evaluate, select, and implement thermoplastic materials, including emerging film and foam technologies. * Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering to develop and scale robust production processes. * Build strong relationships with customers and translate requirements into material solutions and development strategies. * Collaborate with suppliers, vendors, and industry networks to introduce innovative materials and technologies. * Analyze and interpret physical, chemical, and performance data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement. # Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related technical field. * 5+ years of industry experience in thermoplastics, with hands-on expertise in compounding, extrusion, or injection molding. * Proven experience working with or developing film and/or foam materials strongly preferred. * Strong background in translating customer needs into material specifications and technical solutions. * Demonstrated ability to work independently while influencing cross-functional teams and driving results. * Experience in customer-facing roles, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. * Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and guide technical decisions. Up to $100,000 Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities. ‎ ‎ The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and asso

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