Color Material and Finish Technologist - Metal Forming

Color, Material and Finish Engineering Technologist

From applied research to advanced engineering, the Color, Material and Finish team has the expertise to shape ground-breaking products, material and processes. It’s a fascinating field of work. We’re involved in developing the technology multi-generational plan, incubating new technologies, enabling world class products and generating intellectual property. Our insights influence product design direction and definitions. And we work with colleagues across the business to ensure our products always lead the way.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a CMF Engineering Technologist on our Experience Design Team in Austin Texas.

What you’ll achieve

You will be part of a growing team of technical subject matter experts who are passionate about driving technology incubations enhancing the customer experience. In this role you are part of a global interdisciplinary design and technology organization where you will be collaborating with teammates, product engineering, marketing, corporate sustainability and other critical stakeholders.  We are looking for a candidate with a passion for technology, an open mind, and a desire to continuously learn new things.  The primary focus of this role is to develop data driven strategies and decision making guiding our technology roadmaps.  Come help us make a difference driving solutions which enhancing the design of our products, the possibilities are endless.

You will:

• Influence ID/CMF decisions during early product concept phase at a material and part design level. Define approved solutions based on the product design and the technology capability.

• Develop and own technology roadmap for metal forming incubations for materials such as Aluminum, magnesium and steel for 3-4 yrs out enabling design objectives.

• Lead technology incubations as required by the molding technology roadmap. Conduct NUDD investigations as required to meet design objectives during concept phase.

• Create strategic engagements with our external technology suppliers and partners. Able to influence their technology roadmaps to align with DELL's objectives.

• Define production requirements and specifications for formed metal and machined parts.

Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• 15+ yrs experience, plus a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Metallurgy or related field.

• Mastery of metal forming processes, such as stamping, forging etc. plus tooling design knowledge related to each process.

• Expert in metal part design and what processes are capable of achieving from tolerance perspective and an understanding of the properties and behaviors of different metals and alloys

• Able to partner with counterparts in the design team to achieve the design direction within the processes capability.

• Understanding of the properties and behaviors of different metals and alloys

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledgeable in CNC machining process, with experience designing parts and creating machine toolpaths

• Proven track record bringing new technologies from idea to reality

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $216,750 - $280,000.

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.


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