Materials Engineer Jobs

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We at Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies run the business operations of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) in the Americas. Being part of the global Freudenberg Group, our company is a leading producer of advanced sealing technologies for automotive and general industries. Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies is a joint venture between Freudenberg and NOK Corp. in Japan, is headquartered in Plymouth, MI, operates more than 20 facilities and employs about 4,700 people across the Americas.

Some of your Benefits

401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help.

Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge.

Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

Manchester, NH

On-Site

Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership

Materials Engineer

Responsibilities

• Identify and select appropriate materials for specific product applications, considering factors such as mechanical properties, durability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact.
• Provide technical support and guidance to production teams, addressing material-related challenges and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Collaboration and Technical Support:
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to injection molding, such as cycle time optimization, defect reduction, and process stability.
• Conduct thorough material testing and evaluation, including tensile testing, impact testing, thermal analysis, and chemical compatibility assessments.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in materials science, manufacturing technologies, and injection molding techniques, and apply this knowledge to drive continuous improvement in our products and processes.
• Propose and lead innovative projects aimed at enhancing product performance, reducing costs, or improving sustainability.
• Research and Innovation:
• Injection Molding Expertise:
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of materials and processes into product development.
• Develop and optimize injection molding processes to achieve high-quality, consistent, and efficient production of plastic components and products.
• Materials Selection and Evaluation:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field; Master's or Ph.D. preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and analysis purposes.
• Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on plastics and injection molding.
• Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
• Strong knowledge of polymer materials, processing, and characterization techniques.

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.

Additional Information

248 938 2026

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