Laboratory Analysis Specialist (16209)

Volkswagen Group of America
United States, Tennessee, Chattanooga
8001 Volkswagen Drive (Show on map)
Mar 17, 2025
Laboratory Analysis Specialist (16209) Apply now Date: Feb 25, 2025 Location: Chattanooga, TN, US, 37146 Company: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. The Volkswagen Group is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker and is on the road to number one. Come join our team and you could be part of that ride. For our employees, Volkswagen stands for more than just efficient and sustainable products - it's an expression of who they are and how they move through life. Become a part of the Volkswagen of America experience and work with people who are passionate, innovative, enthusiastic, and high performing team players. Everyone deserves a better car and everyone deserves a better company - it's a Volkswagen thing. VW. Two letters. Endless opportunities. Summary Material testing of metallic / polymeric components and assemblies, including but not limited to: Initial Sampling (PPAP / PPA) Series Monitoring Material Development Failure Analysis Management of responsible area resources, including but not limited to: Understanding, certification, and round robin evaluation of material and testing standards Availability, calibration, maintenance, training, and necessary consumables of responsible equipment 5S and maintenance of responsible room in laboratory Communication of Laboratory results viatechnical reports as well as internal and external meetings Create and maintain internal work instructions and process standards for responsible area as needed Responsibilities Initial Sampling (PPAP / PPA) Laboratory Testing and Reporting Review drawing requirements, material specifications, and supplier control plan for intended application Create and execute material test plan per drawing and specification requirements Coordinate testing with external service providers as needed Utilization of workshop and metallographic tools for sample preparation and evaluation Grade new components and assemblies according to Volkswagen quality standards for release Evaluate supplier testing documentation according to drawing and specification requirements Completion of evaluation and reporting within specified time constraint of 4 weeks Series Monitoring Conduct regular intervals of testing and evaluation of identified critical characters Fulfill all testing and reporting frequency as required per internal or external binding obligations Material Development Laboratory Testing and Reporting Development of suppliers for raw materials, vehicle components, or assemblies Material test plan and validation of new materials in coordination with research and development Consultation of technical engineering department regarding appropriate applications and specifications Identify critical characteristics for components or assemblies that must be regularly evaluated Knowledge of German (VDA, DIN, etc.), US (AIAG, ASTM, etc.) and other international material standards in responsible area Coordinate with internal and external customers (purchasing, quality purchased parts, engineering, suppliers, etc.)as needed Failure Analysis Write problem statements for incoming requests from design, production, and customer complaints Identify if complaint is material or processing of material related Provide first feedback from receipt of initial complaint within 48 hours Propose hypothesizes and execute design of experiments to evaluate hypothesizes for root cause Define countermeasure to reduce or eliminate material or processing related complaints Tracking of material and processing related improvements including but not limited to process parameters, material change, inspection method, PFMEA / control plan update, etc. Harmonize corrective measures with different affected departments as necessary Completion of evaluation and reporting within specified time constraint as specified Continuous learning and development of new methods and techniques for testing and evaluation Qualifications Required 5+ years of experience in material development and/or material tests in laboratories; 3 years of experience in Automotive industry 4 year degree; Mechanical engineer, Chemical engineer, Material Science Engineer, or other related field of study Material know-how in processing of polymeric or metallic materials Understanding material properties, applications, and testing procedures Technical Writing and Presentation capability Preferred Advanced degree German or Spanish fluent Scope and Magnitude This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its employees. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its employees regarding job security. This Organization Participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Nearest Major Market: Nashville Job Segment: Laboratory, R&D Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Bilingual, Science, Engineering Apply now