Application Engineer Job at Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership
Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with our partners, customers and the world of science, we develop leading-edge technologies, and excellent products, solutions and services for 40 market segments. The Freudenberg Group employs some 50,000 people in 60 countries worldwide and generates sales of over 10 billion euros.
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.
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.
Responsibilities
- This position is responsible for management of all technical and program management activities associated with assigned accounts including generation of new business, maintaining current business, proactive issue resolution, improving service levels, and maximizing customer satisfaction. Major objectives are defined on an annual basis through goals/milestone documents. Learning a broad range of fundamental sealing applications including static and dynamic seals, gaskets and O-rings in addition to new potential specialized applications is key.
- DESIGNIn conjunction with FNST Lead Centers:
- Make recommendations for quality improvements from analysis of warranty parts and data
- Report results of field investigations and assembly teardowns
- Work with associated FNST and customer organizations (materials engineering; tribology and lubrication; CAE; program management; etc.)
- Support component program management meetings with:
- Maintenance of open issues list
- Assist in formal problem resolution with FNST plant quality personnel
- Participate in cost-reduction initiatives and VA/VE
- COMMUNICATIONAs supplier representative, provide customer with pertinent FNST contacts at laboratory or plant for design, manufacturing feasibility, quality or materials concerns
- Arrange appropriate meetings of above
- Relate FNST business or product plans to customer as needed
- Prompt reporting and follow-up of corrective actions to quality problems with Freudenberg-NOK product
- Provide market information as provided via benchmarking
- Provide catalyst to ensure correctness and timeliness of customer responses by eliminating communication roadblocks within capabilities of FNGP and customer
- Insure timely response and liaison to customer requests including:
- Quality issues
- Test reports
- Investigation reports
- All other duties as required including travel to customer sites and FNST/FST sites up to 30%.
Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications:
- B.S. in Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aeronautical, Manufacturing or technical equivalent)
- 2 + years practical Engineering experience in a corporate or plant environment
- Professional level English language skills both written and verbal
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 30%
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Aggressive self-starter with strong organization skills and attention to details requiring minimal supervision
- 3-5 + years sealing application engineering experience
- Strong engineering analytical problem solving skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude
- Project management experience a plus
- Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
- Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
- Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
- Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities.
Some of your Benefits
Health insurance: Insurance: backstop protection against health risks
401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help
Vacation: Time off to refresh and recharge
Car allowance: A monthly allowance to buy/lease, maintain a personal vehicle
Performance-related bonus: When you have an impact, you can reap the rewards
Additional Information
Randy Wagaman
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Randy.Wagaman@fnst.com
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