Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (f/m/d)

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Scout and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies that improve operational capability and support long-term plant competitiveness. Justify and prioritize capital investments through data-driven analysis of cost, capacity, quality, and risk. Own supplier engagement and equipment acquisition, from concept development through technical selection and purchase. Lead cross-functional implementation of new technology, including installation, validation, and production ramp-up. Provide feedback, advice, project updates and encouragement to project team members. Communicate promptly with all relevant stakeholders if timeline or cost associated with project deviates from approved plan. Standardize and sustain manufacturing innovation by documenting best practices, training teams, and building future-ready processes. Establish process and equipment standards; support manufacturing readiness and change management. Lead process validation and performance qualification; Analyze performance data and drive optimization. Assist in development and maintain the advanced manufacturing technology roadmap. Provide engineering expertise and support to production site as required. Qualifications: At least 3 years of experience successfully managing and leading engineering projects to launch technology in a fast-moving consumer goods manufacturing environment. University degree (technical background) preferred. Demonstrated progression in technical field during career. Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred. Technical aptitude in industrial robotics, cobots, AMR / AGV, and industrial automation required. Injection molding / plastics background useful. Proficiency in AutoCad and SolidWorks. Desire to work in a role that blends hands-on technical knowledge and project management skills. Must have excellent time management skills, and strong communication skills with the ability to communicate across multiple teams. Ability to travel approximately 20% (including Global). The expected salary range for this position is $110,000-$130,000 USD annually. Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities. ‎ ‎ The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Freudenberg Household Products LP (USA) Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.