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Ultrafabrics has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Is the Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials position at Ultrafabrics remote?

Yes — this role is listed as remote (work location: Remote).

What degree is required for the Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials role at Ultrafabrics?

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How many years of experience does this Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials role require?

The posting calls for 3–7 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials role work with?

polyurethane (PUR), coated textiles.

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Product Engineer - Automotive PUR Surface Materials

Ultrafabrics · Remotetodayverified 3 h ago

Support development, testing and validation of PUR automotive surface materials against OEM specs, working with customers and internal teams.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Benchmark PUR synthetic materials against leather and fabric across automotive seating, trim and console applications.

Might not be for you. Mostly spec interpretation, customer coordination and quality documentation rather than bench R&D.

Mostly desk workDeep specialistFast-paced BS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleSupports development, validation and quality of polyurethane (PUR) surface materials; benchmarks vs leather/fabric; experience in coated textiles engineering or polymer materials science

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: Remote
Type: Full-time
Experience: 3–7 yrs
Industry: Automotive
Role: Applications Engineering

Materials

polyurethane (PUR)1 role coated textiles1 role

Role details

Role can be Remote in Detroit Metro Area OR Mexico*

About Ultrafabrics

At Ultrafabrics, we combine innovation, high performance, comfort, and sustainability to create advanced performance fabrics for leading designers and manufacturers across more than 10 global industries. If you are passionate about future-focused innovation and want to join a team where your ideas are valued and your skills can grow, we invite you to explore a career with us.

About the Role

Ultrafabrics is seeking a Product Engineer to support the development, validation, and quality of polyurethane (PUR) surface materials for automotive applications, including seating, interior trim, instrument panels, door casings, and console armrests. In this role, you will collaborate with automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) engineering teams and internal Product Development, Program Management, Quality, and Sales teams. You will interpret customer specifications, coordinate testing, and help resolve technical issues related to material performance and application processes.

What You’ll Do

Product Development

Build technical expertise in Ultrafabrics PUR materials by reviewing customer specifications and historical test reports.
Interpret OEM technical requirements and provide accurate technical information to Sales, OEMs, and Tier customers.
Assess material capabilities against customer specifications.
Plan and coordinate testing, obtain quotes, and work with internal and external test facilities.
Maintain organized test records, interpret results, and help Sales and Marketing identify product differentiators.
Benchmark materials against leather, fabric, and competing synthetic materials to identify strengths and limitations.
Partner with Product Development, Quality, Program Management, and Sales to meet key deliverables.
Communicate project requirements across internal departments and Ultrafabrics locations, and support customer discussions on acceptance criteria and deviations.
Help develop best practices for Tier customer application processes, including cut and sew, seating patterning, and vacuum press bonding.
Provide technical guidance during customer builds, prototype evaluations, and application trials.

Product Validation

Support Design Verification and Product Validation (DV/PV) activities.
Help prepare customer documentation for Application Ready or Technical Approval status.
Track milestones, report progress, identify risks, and escalate issues promptly.

Product Quality

Support Quality in reviewing Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation, Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), control plans, and related records.
Participate in quality issue resolution using structured problem-solving methods, including 8D, root cause analysis, and Six Sigma.
Recommend corrective actions and help implement effective process controls.
Perform other related duties as needed.

What You’ll Bring

3–7 years of experience in automotive product development, coated textiles engineering, or polymer materials science.
Working knowledge of automotive OEM milestones, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes, and Tier supply chain expectations.
Ability to interpret customer specifications and test methods, with familiarity with manufacturing processes for automotive seating and interior components.
Experience with structured problem-solving methods, such as Six Sigma, 8D, and root cause analysis.
Understanding of statistical process control (SPC).
Project management skills to support schedules and customer milestones.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate across cultures, geographic locations, and time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

German or Japanese language proficiency.
Training in Six Sigma, IATF 16949, or VDA 6.0.