Material Engineer 1

GENERAL SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in performing material testing/investigation activities, typically of a single product or material, according to product requirements and specifications.
• Obtains and prepares material for testing and follows work instructions to complete tests. Prepares report of investigation findings and submits for review and approval.
• interacts with suppliers and DENSO headquarters on routine issues and to obtain factual information related to products and materials.
• Conducts supplier surveys to obtain and compile detailed benchmarking information.
• Assists with auditing of suppliers’ processes for specific type of materials.
• Compiles information related to analysis planning.
• Maintains appropriate standard equipment based upon specialty. Operates and maintains sensitive material testing equipment and jigs. May order chemicals and/or check inventories as directed.
• Analyzes current processes, procedures and systems and makes recommendations for improvement for own job.
• Under the direction of higher level Engineers/Management, may negotiate with suppliers to secure product materials.
• Ensures compliance with general organization-wide and department-specific ISO/TS 16949 requirements.
• Participates in and supports environmental ISO 14001 and safety activities by developing supporting goals and objectives, attending required training, complying with established procedures and initiating and implementing corrective actions, as needed.