Plastics Specialist, Tooling and Processes

Body Engineering is looking for a significant contributor to a world-class vehicle engineering team by supporting with plastics expertise and owning polymer-related aspects from concept phase to product launch.

Role
Be a significant contributor to a world-class vehicle engineering team by supporting with plastics expertise and owning polymer-related aspects from concept phase to product launch
Consultation with design engineers and suppliers throughout product development process, advising on process and tooling feasibility (DFM), efficiency and cost
Evaluation of flow studies and mold designs before tool approval and kick-off
Development and implementation of tool specifications
Methodical approach to testing and documentation
Support of internal non-engineering teams and representation of Lucid material team in communication with suppliers (incl. on-site visits)

Qualifications
8+ years’ experience, evaluating DFM and supporting tool builds 
Excellent knowledge of injection tooling, including technologies such as in-mold decoration, foaming, overmolding, back-injection, vario-thermal processes
Experience with DFM process for automotive A-surface parts
Experience with flow simulation software (Autodesk MoldFlow)
Proven hands-on experience with plastic injection molding process, including process optimization
Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% if needed

Advantageous
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Worked in automotive development environment, ideally through complete product development process
Experience with other plastic manufacturing processes and their tooling (e.g. blow molding, thermal forming, vacuum forming, compression molding, slush molding)

Education
BS in polymer engineering or related field
MS preferred