Materials Engineer

Role Summary

Company: MANN+HUMMEL

Location: Gastonia, NC

As a Materials Engineer with MANN+HUMMEL, you will define and implement technical standards for various raw materials, manage in-house knowledge transfer, support innovation projects, and ensure material performance aligns with our high standards and customer requirements.

Main Tasks

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement technical standards for specific raw material groups, ensuring alignment with new applications, designs, and testing methods.
• Represent MANN+HUMMEL's raw material competence at external and internal events, including fairs, tech shows, and exhibitions.
• Approve materials and exercise a “veto right” for material technical releases.
• Drive and execute patent strategies, evaluate invention disclosures, and maintain updated information on patents within the company and competitors.
• Manage in-house knowledge and knowledge transfer related to materials, including updating the engineering handbook in collaboration with design and engineering experts.
• Ensure global access to technical documentation for employees.
• Establish and maintain networks with universities and research institutions.
• Develop and maintain technical procedures and instructions.
• Support manufacturing plants, quality departments, and purchasing in material-related topics.
• Participate in negotiations regarding product specifications and support the presentation of developed products to customers and suppliers.
• Prepare standard and customer-specific presentations.
• Participate in technical project reviews and derive lessons learned for the engineering handbook.
• Contribute technical knowledge for product development in coordination with Product Management and Advanced Development departments.
• Support the development and implementation of innovation projects.

Your Profile

Education and Experience

• University degree in chemistry, material science, materials engineering, or a comparable field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in raw material and part manufacturing.
• Experience with performance and durability requirements of materials.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering and office IT tools.

Skills

• Proficient in raw material specifications and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of material performance, durability, and fit-for-use requirements.
• Advanced proficiency with engineering and office IT tools.
• Customer-focused, exceeding expectations and maintaining effective relationships.
• Innovative, using tools and motivating others to propose new solutions.
• Excellent decision-making abilities, analyzing complex situations, and prioritizing effectively.
• Effective team builder, integrating into and fostering team dynamics.
• Strong leadership skills, taking stands when necessary, encouraging debate, and thriving on challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, explaining complex topics clearly to diverse audiences.
• Persuasive, convincingly gaining commitment and support for ideas.
• Capable of managing diversity, effectively dealing with diverse races, nationalities, and cultures.
• Highly motivated and proactive in personal and professional development.
• Stress resilient, maintaining focus under pressure.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

We offer

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within a global organization.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

Join MANN+HUMMEL and be part of a team that is shaping the future of filtration technology. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career with MANN+HUMMEL! #LI-Hybrid