Product Validation Engineer
Core
Prove that bio-based plastic-free materials (Vivomer) perform in the real world and meet specifications for high-volume consumer products.
Role type
Product Validation Engineer (Quality/Reliability)
Builds
Validated parts and processes for mass-market production
Domain
Sustainable materials / Consumer goods manufacturing
Required skills
DOE, metrology, GD&T, SPC, MSA, capability studies, root cause analysis (8D, 5 whys, fishbone), test rig design, supplier management
Preferred skills
Experience with high-volume consumer hardware or packaging manufacturing, materials/polymers knowledge
Technologies
DOE, metrology, GD&T, SPC, MSA
Responsibilities
Turn product requirements into validation plans covering ingredient compatibility, impact, transit, sealing, and aesthetics; Design and build test rigs to correlate with real-world performance; Run measurement system analysis, capability studies, and SPC; Run process validation for new tools at manufacturing partners; Lead root cause analysis on line issues and customer complaints; Own incoming inspection and traceability.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC