Development Engineer  - Textiles - OTC - REQ 88385

Job Responsibilities: 

Provide textile component development to support and meet Autoliv and customer airbag cushions and textile materials expectations 

Contribute to new product development by selecting and/or developing new materials and processes. 

Successfully deliver manufacturable product concepts that add value to the customer. 

Investigate material properties and design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, specification requirements, and cost. 

Verify product performance through analysis and testing 

Work with a cross-functional team to develop basic data and release sketches, notes, specifications (including DFMEA, DVP&R, and other relevant engineering documents) necessary to define material and design concepts 

Create and release product specifications and drawings of textile materials and cushion assemblies 

Check drawings for clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning 

Drive process development and improvement at textile component suppliers 

Drive standardization of textiles components within the organization Identify product non-conformances, design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies and recommend revisions and/or improvements 

Qualifications: 

B.S. degree in Textiles Engineering or equivalent at an accredited university 

Entry level - experience advantageous, but not required, for design and development skills

Must have excellent textiles understanding and engineering skills 

Have strong communication skills 

Have a good work ethic, be a team player, and follow through on commitments 

Be detail oriented, and have an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks 

Must be competent in 3D computer skills (CATIA, Solid Works, etc.). 

Working knowledge of finite element analysis (FEA) strongly desired

What’s in it for you:

•Attractive compensation package

•Flexible Options (schedule, etc)

•Recognition awards, company events, family events, university discount options and many more perks.

•Gender Pay Equality

Autoliv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Autoliv does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify and/or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Autoliv does business.