Innovation Specialist (PD60A7)
Become a Part of the Marelli team. We are a global independent automotive supplier with a passion for performance and speed. We are pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence.
Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let's push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality.”Joining the Marelli Interior Experience team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation.
As a global yet fast-evolving company, we're looking for team members who want to grow and evolve with us.
About the Position:
We are looking for a Materials and Fundamental Technology Team Engineer to join the Interiors Division]team,means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential, pioneer innovation, reporting directly to the[Materials and Fundamental Technology Team Engineer’s Manager.
This position is based at our office in Saitama Yoshimi Japan.
As the Materials and Fundamental Technology Team Engineer at Marelli,
you will be responsible….
In this position, we aim to contribute to society by improving the performance of next-generation automotive parts and sustainability through the research and development of innovative materials. Duties include collecting information on new materials, analyzing materials, prototyping parts, and judging their suitability through experimental evaluations, as well as improving existing materials and solving problems. You will be responsible for working independently on these activities in collaboration with related departments both inside and outside the company, reporting the status to your superiors, and always having a mindset of pursuing innovation with a passion for exploring new technologies.
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Your Responsibilities will be:
- Consideration of product application of new materials: performance verification, test sample prototyping, experiment planning, etc.
- Communication and coordination between customers and material manufacturers
- Research on market trends for materials
- Research on market trends for construction methods for automotive interior parts, and information gathering activities at exhibitions
What Qualifications you will bring:
- Education: Graduate of a university or technical school in the field of chemical engineering or mechanical engineering.
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in resin material development or automotive resin part design.
- Or at least 5 years of experience in design as a materials engineer.
- Ability to communicate in English via email (TOEIC 500 or above is preferred).
- Ability to speak simple English (not intimidated by conversation).
- Fluent Japanese.
- Able to use Excel, Power Point, Word.
Other skills that we would welcome:
- Experience with 3D-CAD (NX, Catia)
- Experience with using AI to improve work efficiency is desirable.
- Problem-solving skills (knowledge of PA, DA, PPA, etc. is desirable)
- Knowledge of production technology for plastic parts
Expectations from you in this position:
- Set goals in consultation with your supervisor and carry out your work based on company policy.
- Find seeds of sustainable materials and work with the design team to propose them.
- Consider evaluation items for the basic performance of materials and work with relevant departments
to carry out the evaluation. Propose selection of areas where materials can be applied, etc.
- Responsible for joint development items with customers, creating schedules and action lists and
executing them yourself.
What does this position offer you:
- Fast-paced yet supportive and high-performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.
- Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.
- A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co-creation time in the office.
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Take the next step:
Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better-connected future.
Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the [Division] business?
Talk to us! To apply, submit your application via [Website, such as LinkedIn].
About Us:
Marelli is one of the world’s leading global independent suppliers to the automotive sector, with a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence. Our goal is to change the future of mobility by working with our customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and more connected world.Our team supplies all major automotive manufacturers in Asia, Europe, and North and South America and the top racing teams in motorsport world championships. Our technology is purpose-driven and meticulously designed to deliver tangible value that truly matters to our customers. Our business areas are automotive lighting and sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology solutions, interior experience, propulsion solutions (e-powertrain and powertrain), ride dynamics, motorsport, and aftermarket business.
Within the walls of Marelli, we believe in enabling people to do their best work. Our cultural attributes - Drive Results, Accountable, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Innovative, and Aware - are the cornerstones of a new Marelli culture. Be part of it!At Marelli, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to nurturing talent in our diverse environment, and we take pride in our various employee resource groups, such as Marelli Women, Brains & Hearts Wellbeing, All Cultures, and Marelli's Rainbow. We believe these groups foster creativity and innovation through the unique perspectives of a multicultural community.