Manufacturing Engineer (Mold Injection)

Tenneco Inc.

United States, Alabama, Athens

1500 Freeman Avenue (Show on map)

Apr 08, 2025

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customer. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards - we set them. And while others may aim to be best-in-class, we're constantly hustling to be even better. How do we do it? Through the Tenneco Way. Driven by our Core Values and our winning mindset, we're relentless in our pursuit to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. Our 61,000 employees are the changemakers of this ambition, bringing drive, passion, and dedication to everything we do.

Want to be a part of Team Tenneco? If so, we're looking for aManufacturing Engineer (Injection Mold) to join our Athens team!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products.
Investigate and solve problems related to tooling, equipment, and processes.
Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements and workflow, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
Develop, recommend, and implement changes which will result in the improvement of manufacturing processes and or product quality.
Assist the Process Line Manager in the development of capital and expense budgets.
Evaluate new product and make recommendations relative to manufacturing feasibility.
Follow up on Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) as applicable
Train department personnel in safety, setup, operations and troubleshooting of existing and new equipment.
Estimate production rates, setup and tooling cost for inquiry and new part setup.
May specialize in a skill set such as PLC programming, welding, automation, vision system, etc.
May be given certain authority within job scope by Manager
Each employee has the authority to initiate action to prevent a violation of the Tenneco Integrity Policy.
All employees will abide by the plant's safety policy, comply with the legal and other requirements and operational controls established, work toward achieving established objectives and targets, and conform to procedures consistent with the ISO 14001 standard. An employee should report, and if necessary stop, any activity that does not conform to the policy or may injure himself/herself.
Capable of providing support as requested by supervisor.
Responsible for ensuring customer requirements are met.
Handle/store hazardous waste in a complaint manner with all federal, state, and local regulations.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree from four-year accredited college or university in a related engineering field; or 5 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CQI-12 Coating - The qualifications shall include a minimum of 5 years experience in surface finishing operation or a combination of a minimum of 5 years of relevant formal education and surface finishing experience.

CQI-15 Welding - To ensure readily available expertise, there shall be a dedicated, qualified and full time welding person on site. This individual shall be one of the following:

1. Degreed Welding Engineer, or equivalent science degree.

2. Certified Welding Inspector from approved internationally recognized organization.

3. A minimum of 5 years experience in welding operations or a combination of a minimum of 5 years of formal metallurgical education and welding experience.

CQI-30 Mix and Molding - Assessor shall possess rubber mixing and molding process knowledge. Evidence shall include a minimum of 5 years of applied industry experience or a combination of formal engineering education and molding experience totaling a minimum of 5 years.

EXPERIENCE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Years of experience will vary with classification and salary grade. Experience and education must be related to manufacturing, industrial, electrical, mechanical, or similarly related field. Experience working in a high speed manufacturing environment is highly preferred.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.