VW Careers – Laboratory Analyst

Job Description:

Volkswagen, in Chattanooga, Tennessee is looking for an experienced laboratory analysis specialist, to be responsible for material testing of metal and polymer parts and assemblies. The specialist will perform initial sampling, failure analysis, and planning/execution of laboratory activities to analyze and eliminate material related problems with vehicle parts and manufacturing processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Planning and conducting part related laboratory tests
• Analyze and create measures to eliminate material-related problems of vehicle parts
• Tracking and communicating of all Laboratory results
• Tracking of Material Improvements of Suppliers within assigned Part Responsibility
• Responsible for commodity specific parts
• Interpretation and validation of laboratory test results
• Lead material testing process with outside laboratories (other VW and external laboratories)
• Analysis of vehicle components with material problems, root cause analysis, failure analysis.
• Harmonize corrective measures with different departments
• Recommend corrective measures to fulfill quality standards

Job Requirements:

• German or Spanish fluent
• 4 year degree or comparable background of work related experience preferred; engineer in material sciences or mechanical engineer
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Material know-how in processing of polymeric or metallic materials
• Understanding of influences to material properties and corresponding tests
• Advanced degree
• 5+ years of experience in material development and/or material tests in laboratories
• 3+ years of experience in Automotive industry

Job Details:

Company:  Volkswagen

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Chattanooga, TN, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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