AGC | R&D – Engineer, Functional Coating & Films, Ypsilanti, MI

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AGC Automotive Americas – R&D Inc. has an opening for an R&D Engineer in Ypsilanti, MI. This individual will be part of team which is responsible for identifying and proposing opportunities for organizational and functional growth including identification of new technology and/or applications of existing technology.

Position Responsibilities

Conceive, design, and develop innovative new and improved products based on strategic organizational goals, including evaluation for technical feasibility and return
Management of R&D project activities from idea through mass production
Conducts and evaluates test and research data to propose and develop improved and or new innovative glass concepts, products, processes and/or equipment using research theories, lab equipment, and learned engineering principles
Lead the design and development of new products; provides leadership in design analysis and validation; beginning with idea through mass production
Implement, monitor, and report results of research activities and testing
Ensure quality in a product’s design for usability, reliability, functionality, marketability, and manufacturability
Prepare technical reports and presentations suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
Collaborate with internal and external cross functional groups
Prepare, design, and install fixtures and equipment needed to carry out testing and development activities
Understanding of manufacturing processes

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B.S./B.A. in Engineering/Applied Physics discipline, or equivalent
2-4 years of experience working with development, product testing procedures and validation
Wet and Dry (PVD, CVD etc.) coatings studies and application experience
Printing studies and application experience is desirable
Working knowledge and experience in each stage of the Stage Gate or similar methodology
Project Management experience managing multiple projects / project activities in parallel
Working knowledge of principals of statistical analysis of data
Working knowledge and experience with GD&T, DFMEA, PFMEA, Process Flows, and Control Plans
Ability to provide technical input into the design, layout, construction, testing use and procurement of materials and equipment being or to be used
Ability to organize and deliver clear oral, written, and graphical communication, using a story board approach, in an international business environment
Ability to travel domestically and internationally on short notice (up to 35%) by car and air

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