Job Description

Joining ‘Team Oetiker’ means connecting with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 manufacturing sites. We are the leader in high-end connecting solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps, and quick connectors can be found on virtually every car in the world and in millions of home plumbing systems and appliances. We are a privately owned, family-run business, with a long-term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success.

Our Polymer Business Unit develops, manufactures and sells cutting-edge polymer connecting solutions and systems for thermal management applications in electric vehicles and industrial segments. With our development hub in Gothenburg, a newly acquired production facility in Anderstorp, and dedicated Sales and Engineering teams in all key regions, we serve global OEMs and Tier suppliers worldwide. We benefit from the global footprint and expertise of the Oetiker Group while maintaining the spirit of a start-up.

We are currently expanding our team in Anderstorp and are looking for a Process Development Engineer. You will be responsible for developing innovative and robust assembly processes for high volume production of our polymer products in close collaboration with external production and automation partners.

Responsibilities

• Track & evaluate emerging process technologies
• Collect process requirements for polymer quick connectors and systems from customers and write technical specifications
• Support assessment and selection of appropriate external production and automation partners
• Work in close collaboration with these external production and automation partners to design, develop and implement state-of-the-art assembly processes for our new polymer quick connectors
• Supervise build-up and integration of the assembly cells into the production environment at our production partners and assist in a smooth production ramp-up
• Define and track quality, cost and time (QCT) deliverables and coordinate engineering activities by applying agile project management methodologies
• Deploy state-of-the-art engineering (e.g. Design for Six Sigma) and technical risk management (e.g. FMEA) tools
• Run feasibility studies and plan and initiate verification activities
• Apply a ZeroDefect mentality in everything you do
• Support in other areas as needed within the Polymer R&D team

Qualifications

• Higher degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc/MSc)
• 5+ years working experience in Sweden as Process Development Engineer with focus on automation/robotization connected to polymer/plastic parts, preferably in automotive or a high-volume OEM environment
• Basic CAD skills (preferably SolidWorks)
• Experience with quality standards such as IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
• Skilled at managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and ability to independently execute those priorities
• Precise working style with a high commitment to quality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in Swedish and English
• Self-motivated and a self-starter with hands-on skills and a team-oriented attitude

Additional Information

A position in Anderstorp, at our global production hub, offers exciting international challenges and a wide range of development opportunities. In this role, you will act as a key link to the Polymer Center of Competence in Gothenburg.

Our unique company culture, shaped by the Oetiker Group, is built on a strong foundation of trust. Employees are encouraged to contribute from day one and actively shape our way of working. We value diversity and continuously strengthen it by remaining open to new ideas and approaches.

We are therefore looking for colleagues who share our customer-focused mindset and are committed to delivering quality and value in everything we do.

We welcome your application and look forward to hearing from you, please note that the application deadline is August 9.