Material Engineer

Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.6 billion economic revenue in 2024, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,500 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

This role serves as the company’s key expert on polymer materials, guiding their selection, qualification, and strategic use across automotive lighting projects. 

The role of Material Engineer is based in our Exterior & Lighting Business Group in Nový Jičín, Czech Republic.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on polymeric materials used in automotive lighting products and review material applications for new projects according to PDS processes.
• Solve material‑related issues independently or in collaboration with cross‑functional teams, including testing and evaluation support.
• Deliver training and knowledge‑sharing sessions on polymeric materials in cooperation with HR; create and maintain Lessons Learned documentation.
• Drive innovation and cost‑optimization initiatives, evaluate benchmarking inputs, and contribute to material strategy development for production areas.
• Manage communication with material suppliers, coordinate sample deliveries and technical support, and collaborate with Purchasing on supplier selection.
• Release and update materials in system tools, approve material changes on projects, and train new colleagues in processes related to raw materials and bulk items.
• Participate in professional events, contribute to technical publications, and ensure compliance with safety, internal regulations, and legislative requirements.

Requirements

• Secondary school education in chemistry, technology, or engineering (university degree is an advantage).
• Minimum 3 years of experience with polymeric materials, including testing, processing, and understanding of relevant legislative and customer requirements.
• Knowledge of production technologies and material testing methodologies.
• Strong decision‑making ability, proactive approach, high independence, and ability to drive tasks to completion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills with strong customer and quality orientation.
• Ability to educate and mentor colleagues on materials-related topics.

We offer

• Competitive salary
• Employment contract
• Private Life Insurance
• Social Fund
• Healthcare
• Other Social Services

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As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.