R&D Intern at Freudenberg Performance Materials in Asheville, NC | Kablio

Role

Description

astm testing

cad modeling

doe planning

report creation

framework development

material selection

Conduct ASTM-compliant testing to evaluate compression strength across variable combinations of shape, filament diameter, and line speed, identifying optimal performance parameters.
Utilize CAD software to model and refine 3D structural geometries for testing and analysis.
Assist in planning and executing a Design of Experiments (DoE), producing documentation to support training and baseline development efforts.
Create comprehensive reports and presentations to guide new engineers and designers in future product development.
Develop and document a framework for Enka structure design, including filament configurations and polymer material selection.

Requirements

cad

textile manufacturing

statistical analysis

polymer science

textile engineering

Hands-on experience with CAD software, textile manufacturing technologies, and statistical analysis methods
Academic background in Polymer Science, Textile Engineering, or related disciplines

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded 2015

Year Established

The company was created through the merger of Freudenberg’s nonwoven divisions.

Revenue €1.4B+

Annual Turnover

Generates over €1.4 billion in revenue from its global operations.

32–35 sites

Production Facilities

Operates between 32 and 35 production sites spread across 14 countries.

Became a global leader in technical textiles after merging Freudenberg’s nonwoven divisions.
Headquartered in Weinheim, Germany.
Focuses on high-performance nonwovens for automotive interiors, battery separators, fuel cell components, and cable protection.
Supplies textiles for building materials like acoustic panels, roof waterproofing membranes, and carpet backing.
Develops medical nonwovens for wound care, stoma products, and hygiene items, as well as filter media for air and liquid filtration.
Creates unusual products such as Evolon® microfilament fabrics and Dripstop® condensation control textiles.
Undertakes projects in automotive lining systems, energy-storage materials, industrial filtration, and specialized composite textiles.
Leverages deep textile R&D to create tailored solutions using spunbond, composites, coated fabrics, and smart-textile finishes.

Culture + Values

Innovation strength
Strong customer orientation
Diversity and team spirit
Commitment to excellence
Reliability
Pro‑active, responsible action

Environment + Sustainability

25% reduction

CO₂ emissions target

Aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 25% by 2025.

1.6 MW

Photovoltaic system

Installed a photovoltaic system on the Nantong factory roof.

100% recycled

PET-based materials

Offers padding solutions made from 100% recycled PET materials.

2,486 GWh

Energy consumption

Total energy consumption in 2024, with 38% sourced from renewable energy.

Recycling ~7 million post-consumer PET bottles daily into polyester nonwovens
Target of CO₂-neutral operations by 2045 (net-zero)
Cutting CO₂ emissions by ~1,200 tons annually through the photovoltaic system
Energy efficiency at 0.21 kWh/€ of sales

Inclusion & Diversity

Global teams in 14+ countries fostering multicultural and international perspectives
Active Diversity & Inclusion community ensuring equal opportunities
In Freudenberg Group overall: gender and age diversity emphasized as contributor to success

Articles

Careers

Sustainability

Innovation

Company

Overview

Founded 2015

Year Established

The company was created through the merger of Freudenberg’s nonwoven divisions.

Revenue €1.4B+

Annual Turnover

Generates over €1.4 billion in revenue from its global operations.

32–35 sites

Production Facilities

Operates between 32 and 35 production sites spread across 14 countries.

Became a global leader in technical textiles after merging Freudenberg’s nonwoven divisions.
Headquartered in Weinheim, Germany.
Focuses on high-performance nonwovens for automotive interiors, battery separators, fuel cell components, and cable protection.
Supplies textiles for building materials like acoustic panels, roof waterproofing membranes, and carpet backing.
Develops medical nonwovens for wound care, stoma products, and hygiene items, as well as filter media for air and liquid filtration.
Creates unusual products such as Evolon® microfilament fabrics and Dripstop® condensation control textiles.
Undertakes projects in automotive lining systems, energy-storage materials, industrial filtration, and specialized composite textiles.
Leverages deep textile R&D to create tailored solutions using spunbond, composites, coated fabrics, and smart-textile finishes.

Culture + Values

Innovation strength
Strong customer orientation
Diversity and team spirit
Commitment to excellence
Reliability
Pro‑active, responsible action

Environment + Sustainability

25% reduction

CO₂ emissions target

Aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 25% by 2025.

1.6 MW

Photovoltaic system

Installed a photovoltaic system on the Nantong factory roof.

100% recycled

PET-based materials

Offers padding solutions made from 100% recycled PET materials.

2,486 GWh

Energy consumption

Total energy consumption in 2024, with 38% sourced from renewable energy.

Recycling ~7 million post-consumer PET bottles daily into polyester nonwovens
Target of CO₂-neutral operations by 2045 (net-zero)
Cutting CO₂ emissions by ~1,200 tons annually through the photovoltaic system
Energy efficiency at 0.21 kWh/€ of sales

Inclusion & Diversity

Global teams in 14+ countries fostering multicultural and international perspectives
Active Diversity & Inclusion community ensuring equal opportunities
In Freudenberg Group overall: gender and age diversity emphasized as contributor to success

Articles

Careers

Sustainability

Innovation