Elastomers Engineer

Hendrickson is searching for an engineer to join their Elastomers Business Unit at their Kendallville, IN facility. This individual will be responsible for developing elastomeric and other suspension components.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manages all technical aspects of multiple projects utilizing Hendricksons Simultaneous Product and Process Development (SPPD) process. • Provides engineering solutions with a strong focus on performance, quality, program timing, cost, and manufacturability. • Coordinates with CAD, FEA, test engineering, process engineering, and other departments in support of all projects. • Coordinates prototype molding activities and oversees validation of all development products. • Designs, develops, and sources prototype assembly equipment as required. • Supports quoting efforts and assists in sourcing prototype components. • Provides support for prototype and production manufacturing, including addressing any quality-related concerns. • Effectively presents technical solutions to both internal and external customers. • Applies Design for Manufacturing principles and ensures production readiness in accordance with APQP standards. • Enhances existing product designs to improve performance, quality, and cost targets. • Represents Hendrickson and the Elastomers Business Unit professionally at trade shows and during both internal and external customer interactions. • Drives continuous improvement through employee development, process improvement, and elimination of waste.

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline required.
• BSME, BSAgE, BSAeroE, or BSCHE preferred.

Experience

5 years of experience in automotive heavy truck or related fields of elastomer product engineering is required. Experience with castings, forgings, fabrications, stampings, and mold design is preferred. Demonstrated product innovation, project management experience, and experience with dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, and fatigue analysis are also preferred. Proficiency in the use of CAD NX and PLM Teamcenter software is preferred.

Skills

• Proficient experience in reading and applying Dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) principles for print development, precision gauging, and inspection methodologies.
• Demonstrated depth of technical and professional knowledge of elastomer product engineering.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to drive issues to resolution.
• Experience leading project execution with a strong sense of ownership to achieve goals with commitment to quality.
• Adaptability to changing business conditions and priorities.

Working Conditions

Working conditions include but are not limited to:

• Frequently sitting and working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Occasional standing and walking on concrete.
• Occasional climbing stairs and fixed vertical ladders.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull carts, minimal 25 lbs., and parts, minimal 60 lbs.
• Ability to drive as required.
• Ability to travel to customers, suppliers, and other Hendrickson facilities as required.
• Willingness to work in a test laboratory or manufacturing environment as required to support project activities.
• Exposure to R&D lab and manufacturing setting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.