DESIGN ENGINEER FOR LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN & POLYMER TECHNOLOGY

at  Forward Engineering GmbH

Forward Engineering (FE) is a trusted partner for holistic and sustainable product development in the automotive and aerospace industry. The global FE team supports our client partners with comprehensive design, system engineering, material and process know-how in the field of technical and fiber-reinforced polymers, functional lightweight construction and CAE-supported multi-material design optimization. Bringing together our global network of material manufacturers, technology providers and tier suppliers enables the resource efficient and cost-effective implementation of new and emerging technologies.

Tasks

• Planning, support and implementation of development projects from the concept phase to series application
• Methodical concept and product development for lightweight structures with a focus on fiber-reinforced plastics and technical plastics
• Calculation of manufacturing costs and accompanying cost engineering
• Eco-balance, consideration of end-of-life strategies, design for recycling, life-cycle analysis
• Participation in research projects
• Material and process evaluation, global material and technology scouting
• Close cooperation and coordination with the project team involved, the respective technology partners, institutes and suppliers worldwide
• Technical advice in discussions with customers, participation in project acquisition
• Presentation of the project results in the project team and at customer presentations

Requirements

• Successfully completed degree programs (Dipl.-Ing., M. Sc., M. Eng.) in mechanical- or industrial engineering specializing in product development, vehicle design, aerospace, plastics technology/ composites or a comparable qualification.
• Industrial experience in the areas of structural design & manufacturing, composites and/or plastics technology and cost calculation is an advantage
• Excellent material know-how and its application in product development
• Goal- and solution-oriented with strong communication skills and know how to motivate your project team
• Fluent in English and German
• Flexibility, willingness to travel and interested in international projects
• Experienced and comfortable with presenting to groups both at an introductory as well as deep dive technical expert level

Benefits

• Responsible tasks in an innovative environment
• Great conditions in an open-minded, collegial team
• A flat, project oriented and responsive organizational structure able to respond quickly to customer and market requirements
• Individual, attractive opportunities for your development in a growing business

We are looking forward to your comprehensive application. Required documents: CV, certificates

• Planning, support and implementation of development projects from the concept phase to series application
• Methodical concept and product development for lightweight structures with a focus on fiber-reinforced plastics and technical plastics
• Calculation of manufacturing costs and accompanying cost engineering
• Eco-balance, consideration of end-of-life strategies, design for recycling, life-cycle analysis
• Participation in research projects
• Material and process evaluation, global material and technology scouting
• Close cooperation and coordination with the project team involved, the respective technology partners, institutes and suppliers worldwide
• Technical advice in discussions with customers, participation in project acquisition
• Presentation of the project results in the project team and at customer presentation