We are looking for a Material Engineer with 3 - 5 years of experience in polymer materials, engineering plastics and automotive material development.

The candidate will be responsible for material selection, development, testing and validation of materials used in automotive wiring harness components, plastic components, rubber parts and metal components.

Roles & Responsibilities:-

- Material development for automotive wiring harness components such as Fuse Boxes, Battery Fuse Terminals (BFT), Connectors, Protectors, Channels, Grommets, Seals, Terminals and Busbars.
- Identify, evaluate and select suitable materials based on product and application requirements.
- Conduct material characterization, testing and validation, including mechanical, thermal, electrical, environmental and chemical resistance testing.
- Identify and propose alternative materials for existing applications.
- Conduct material benchmarking, analysis and root cause analysis of material-related failures.
- Coordinate with suppliers for material development, localization and cost optimization.
- Support product development teams with material selection, design reviews and manufacturing feasibility.
- Track locally developed materials and ensure registration in the global material database.
- Prepare material specifications, validation reports and technical documentation.




- Ensure compliance with OEM requirements, IMDS, RoHS, REACH and global standards.
- Participate in local and global material development meetings and represent India-based activities.
- Drive initiatives related to lightweight materials, sustainability, recycled materials and carbon footprint reduction.

Required Skills :-

- Good knowledge of polymer, plastic, rubber and metal materials used in automotive components.
- Understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes and material treatments.
- Knowledge of engineering plastics and automotive resin materials.
- Basic understanding of component tooling and plastic moulding processes.
- Experience in part manufacturing, material development and validation activities.
- Knowledge of automotive wiring harness components and their material requirements.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work with suppliers and global cross-functional teams.

Educational Qualification :- B.Tech./M.Tech. from NIT in:

- Polymer Engineering
- Plastic Engineering
- Material Science

Experience :- 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in automotive material development, polymer engineering, plastics or material science.

📌 Material Engineer Polymer & Automotive Materials (Pune)
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