Product Engineer

ABC Technologies Inc. is a world leader in vertically integrated plastic processing, supporting a global organization with locations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. ABC Technologies’ core business as an Automotive Tier 1 supplier is in the Design, Development and Production of plastic automotive systems and components for OEMs worldwide.

Responsibilities :

• Managing projects from initial design concept through project launch and production ensuring project objectives are met
• Supporting business development with Sales by working directly with customer engineering and internal / external manufacturing teams to develop and specify the product
• Completing and releasing product designs (models and drawings) into internal and customer CAD systems that meet customer requirements and internal best practices
• Develop and execute unique / custom test fixtures (design and fabrication), test plans and reports to validate design choices
• Design, develop, and launch new components and finished goods for broader use across applications
• Develop and reduce-to-practice material and design specifications
• Becoming a subject matter expert to provide exceptional customer support and robust designs
• Providing customer support for technical challenges related to product and manufacturing
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously, communicating project and task status to management and critical project stakeholders, and escalating concerns when appropriate
• Maintaining accurate product development records, including creating and supporting APQP documentation
• Working with the project team to develop and update the PDP / PPAP documentation per customer requirements
• Practicing effective team skills by sharing learned knowledge with the group
• Staying abreast of relevant new technology and competitive product
• Developing a working knowledge of thermoplastics and their applications in product lines