Product Development Engineering

Key focus:

The successful candidate in this role will be responsible for supporting product design and engineering initiatives of customers with a strong focus on the development of Starlim based testing and prototyping capabilities.

We require an experienced Product Development Engineer who will be responsible for:

• Assisting customer with product design & development
• Engineering based sales activities
• Assisting Marketing and Sales Manager and colleagues on customer specification interpretation
• Liaison with Austrian headquarters Product Design and Development Engineering department
• Early involvement and assistance for Customer Engineering community
• Maintain Engineering specifications/ standards library
• Engineering liaison with North American suppliers
• Technical support for material compliance requirements
• Coordinating lab testing for internal/external testing and provide interpretation and communication of test results to stakeholders (new development work, projects, equipment)
• Preparing technical articles and presentations to showcase Starlim’s capabilities on an annual basis
• Project management of all design/development and prototype activities according to APQP process
• Lead and implement SR&ED system, project tracking and reporting for the company
• Input to DFMEA & PFMEA
• Support 8D processes for design related issues
• Assist in finalizing quotes
• Support projects with vendor identification, evaluation and selection for specialized equipment and automation
• Establish user requirement specifications for new manufacturing equipment to meet customer and Starlim requirements
• Lead design reviews with internal departments and vendors
• Develop and define process for new manufacturing operations
• Lead and coordinate internal resources and contractors to support the installation and commsioning of new equipment
• Generate test protocols and reports for factory & site accepteance tests for the qualification of new equipment
• Establish work instructions and train team leaders on the safe and efficient operation of equipment
• Arrange ESA and PSR approvals for all manufacturing equipment
• Support Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives throughout the facility, ensuring safety, housekeeping and quality standards are maintained
• Communicates effectively through all levels of the organization
• Other duties as assigned by the department Manager

Do you have?

• Completion of a University degree in mechanical engineering
• 5 years’ experience in an engineering capacity
  • LSR or thermoplastics injection molding field preferred
  • Majority of experience should include product design (preferably automotive or medical device) and project management
• Understanding of health and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment
• Oriented to a manufacturing organization

Successful candidate will also have:

• Experience with LSR and plastic material properties
• Experience with LSR and plastic part design
• Experience with LSR and plastic or rubber mold design
• Proficiency with CAD software. Solid works experience preferred
• Ability to travel throughout North America and parts of Europe on a frequent basis                                
• Excellent technical understanding
• Strong understanding of SQE tools (8D, FMEA, DFMEA, DOE, APQP, DVP&R, DFMA etc.).
• Excellent Project Management skills
• Ability to handle information with confidentiality and discretion
• Must be able to work as a part of a team, successfully coordinating with team members from various departments.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills and confidence in dealing with all levels of an organization
• Sound judgment, prioritization skills and the ability to make independent decisions is expected
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Microsoft Project

Starlim is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

While all applications are appreciated only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.

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