Product Development Specialist Job at Continental | Chemistry Jobs
A rare chance has emerged for aspiring Product Developers at Continental Surface Solutions India Private Limited. These Product Development Specialist jobs in Pune offer an opportunity to lead product development initiatives and technical consulting for OEM and TIER customers. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
About Continental Surface Solutions India Private Limited
Continental Surface Solutions India Private Limited is a prominent player in the automotive segment, specializing in innovative product development and technical solutions. The company operates within the Continental Group, known for its commitment to quality and technological advancement in automotive manufacturing. With a focus on customer-driven solutions, the organization aims to enhance its growth trajectory in India.
Job Details:
- Company: Continental Surface Solutions India Private Limited
- Location: Plot No. B17, MIDC Khandala Phase II, Village Kesurdi, Taluka Khandala, Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Leadership Level: Leading Self
- Legal Entity: CONTINENTAL SURFACE SOLUTIONS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED (2003)
Product Development Specialist Job Description
As Product Developer / Product Development Specialist in the Automotive Segment, the individual will be the regional technical product owner for assigned customers. These Product Development Specialist jobs involve technical consulting for OEM and TIER customers, developing new products as customer-driven solutions, and leading development projects until the start of production (SOP) of car models.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product development according to market and customer demands.
- Lead and successful completion of technical development projects with regards to quality, time, and cost.
- Consultation of customers on product solutions, in alignment with partners in sales and design departments.
- Selection and development of raw material suppliers, in alignment with the purchasing department.
- Execution of lab trials aimed at creating new and improved formulations and products.
- Initiation and supervision of production trials and customer processing investigations.
- Narrow alignment with the product development team in Germany, Hanover.
- Narrow cooperation with adjacent departments, especially development, design, PPI, production, SCM, quality, test laboratories, purchasing, sales, and customer technical service.
Product Development Specialist Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in Chemistry or equivalent technical field like polymer science or process engineering.
- Preferably 3 years of professional experience in the field of chemistry, polymer production, polymer formulation, or textile industry. Experience in the chemistry of PVC and its applications would be a significant advantage.
- Application-oriented experience in the development of automotive interior trim products, ideally PVC or PUR based.
- Proven project management experience in major projects.
- High level of interpersonal skills (communication, integrity, etc.) and resilience, as needed for leading project teams in a matrix organization.
- Excellent language and intercultural skills for effective communication in a global company with development contacts in Germany, North America, and China.
- Excellent communication skills, open-minded approach, and analytical mindset with a collaborative team orientation.
- Experience in customer relation management with a focus on technical consulting, acquisition success, and launch-project execution.
These Product Development Specialist jobs at Continental Surface Solutions India Private Limited present a significant career advancement for qualified candidates in product development. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply at the earliest to secure their chance to contribute to innovative automotive solutions.
