Ceramics Engineer jobs in Toledo, OH

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

Job Description

This position reports to Monroe Aftermarket Shocks and Struts Engineering in Monroe, MI. The responsibilities of the person in this position include, but are not limited to...

• Design and develop ride control products including shocks and struts.
  • Utilize CAD drawings in SAP to find existing components.
  • Develop and design components if there are no existing parts are available.
  • Ride audit vehicles after completion of installation to ensure ride quality, fitment, ride height, etc. is acceptable.
  • Compile all information needed for release in an ECM in SAP.
  • Work side by side with purchasing team in some cases to obtain new components.
  • Complete PPAP process to verify final production parts from plant level are correct.
• Assist in joint engineering-manufacturing projects associated with product-process changes and improvement.
  • Identify and implement CLI opportunities to improve functionality and/or opportunities for cost reduction without decreasing the integrity of the part.

Required Skills

• Mechanical aptitude for test equipment and measurement operations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-starter, self-directed, and self-motivated
• Strong documentation skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team oriented
• Adhere to Tenneco policies and procedures to promote safety and work quality

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related education
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in testing, failure analysis, or automotive
• Ability to travel to suppliers, plants, and customer locations to support customer requirements
• Proficiency with PC applications including spreadsheets, word processors, databases, presentation and flow-charting software
• Knowledge of CAD and computer-based engineering tools
• Ability to function and lead in a team environment
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems and opportunities, develop plans and successfully implement solutions

Job Location - Monroe, Michigan, United States

Position Type - Full Time

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.