Process Engineer - Extrusion (f/m/d)

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies Pty; Pinerolo; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is seeking a Process Engineer - Extrusion to join our R&D team in Pinerolo. You will qualify and validate extrusion processes, develop new processes, and ensure products meet high standards. Occasional travel (20-30%) is required, with work performed on-site in Italy.

The role supports both full-time or part-time arrangements depending on needs. You will collaborate across engineering disciplines, write protocols, maintain documentation, and contribute to process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Industrial Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop new extrusion processes and validate process qualifications.
• Design products and tooling for injection and extrusion technologies.

Skills

Project management

Analytical problem solving

Mechanical design

Process engineering

Italian language

English language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Tooling design

Machine design

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is a longstanding technology expert and market leader for sophisticated and novel applications in sealing technology and electric mobility solutions worldwide. Thanks to our unique materials and technology expertise, we are a proven supplier for demanding products and applications, as well as a development and service partner to customers in the automotive industries and in general industries. With our approximately 13,000 employees worldwide, we generate sales of about 2.5 billion euros.

Some of your Benefits

Diversity & Inclusion:

We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

International Opportunities:

Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities.

Personal Development:

We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Sustainability & Social Commitment:

We support social and sustainable projects and encourage employee involvement.

Cafeteria/ Canteen:

We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.

We at Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) are seeking a Process Engineer to join our dynamic R&D team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in qualifying and validating processes and activities, ensuring our products meet the highest standards. Your expertise will drive innovation and efficiency, making a significant impact on our company’s success.

The position may also be considered on a part-time basis, depending on organizational needs and relevant experience.

Pinerolo

On-Site

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.

Process Engineer - Extrusion (f/m/d)

Responsibilities

• Development of New Processes: As Process Engineer, you will participate in the qualification and validation for the processes and activities. You will develop new processes for innovative products, pushing the boundaries of technology and enhancing our product offerings.


• Design of products and tooling: You will design products and tooling (for injection and extrusion technologies) in order to achieve product design & performance


• Preparation of Documentation: You will prepare comprehensive process documentation for technical proposals, ensuring clarity and precision in our project plans.


• Improvement and Development: You will improve and develop proprietary process technologies, continuously seeking ways to optimize and innovate.


• Writing Protocols and Reports: You will write protocols, test sheets, and qualification-validation reports, documenting every step of the process to maintain high standards.


• Performing Tests: You will perform and oversee qualification/validation tests, ensuring our processes meet rigorous quality criteria.


• Problem Solving: You will identify issues, provide solutions, and test corrections, maintaining smooth and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred or compensating years of experience.


• Tooling Design Experience: Experience in designing products, tooling and equipment for injection and/or extrusion technologies is required. Experience in machine design is considered a plus.


• Background: Strong design engineering background with knowledge of manufacturing processes and process engineering principles.


• Experience: 1-3 years of relevant professional experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.


• Language Skills: Professional-level proficiency in Italian and English.


• Skills: Strong project management and analytical problem-solving abilities, along with knowledge of scientific and engineering principles.


• Travel Availability: Willingness to travel internationally (20-30%) to engage with customers and internal teams.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.