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