Materials Engineer, Adhesives
- Be a key member of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of vehicle design.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive sealant and adhesive strategy for body and exterior systems.
- Manage all aspects of adhesive application performance and validation, ensuring alignment with project requirements, including cost, weight, timing, and manufacturability.
- Lead collaboration with internal and external teams (including suppliers) to meet all project objectives.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required. Master's degree is preferred.
- 6+ years of experience in the automotive industry, with a focus on paint, sealants, adhesives, and bonding cell development.
- Expert knowledge of material engineering theory, including polymers, coatings, adhesives, and surface preparation techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of existing sealant and adhesive materials, including market trends and application limitations.
- Ability to lead design teams and successfully integrate sealants and adhesives into body and exterior systems.
- Experience in physical testing of multi-material bonded joints.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
- Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must have the ability to travel (up to 20%).
- Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
- Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
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