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The role supports innovation, cost competitiveness, sustainability, and lightweighting strategies while ensuring successful launch and integration into production environments.\n\nJob Responsibilities\n\nLead Advanced Development Process projects focused on the development and implementation of new manufacturing processes.\n\nServe in a hands‑on engineering role, supporting all aspects of process development, including:\n\nTool installation and commissioning\n\nMinor tooling modifications and adjustments\n\nParticipate in customer meetings and technical reviews, frequently leading technical discussions and problem‑solving activities.\n\nPrepare professional presentation materials and present to both internal stakeholders and external customers.\n\nLead cost estimating activities for new and developing manufacturing processes.\n\nPerform project management responsibilities, including:\n\nProject planning\n\nBudget management\n\nTiming and milestone tracking\n\nResearch emerging manufacturing processes and technologies to remain current with industry trends and advancements.\n\nAttend seminars, expositions, and industry events to maintain a high level of technical and market awareness.\n\nLead the technology transfer process from advanced development into the production organization.\n\nPlan and execute effective process trials and tryouts to drive meaningful advancements in the technologies being developed.\n\nCollaborate with suppliers, including:\n\nEstablishing new technical relationships\n\nSupporting technology agreements and joint development activities\n\nPosition Requirements\n\nWillingness to travel up to 20% in support of plant launches.\n\nTechnical Expertise:\n\nHands‑on experience with compression forming processes and downstream operations\n\nInjection molding processes and tooling\n\nWorking knowledge of thermoforming processes, with a clear willingness to deepen expertise\n\nStrong mechanical aptitude and practical manufacturing mindset\n\nDemonstrated high‑level problem‑solving ability using structured methodologies\n\nProfessional Skills:\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously\n\nStrong prioritization and time‑management skills\n\nEffective communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nKnowledge of automotive interior systems including: instrument panels, floor consoles, door trim panels, related part constructions and designs.\n\nExperience With\n\nLightweighting technologies\n\nRecyclability and sustainability initiatives\n\nFormal training or certification in: Design of Experiments (Black Belt preferred)\n\nExperience with intellectual property processes, including: records of invention (ROI), patent development and documentation\n\nStrong organizational and project planning skills\n\nEducation Requirement\nBachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or related).\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer.\n\nPositions are open to qualified candidates who have work authorization for the listed locations. 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