Development Engineer

Covestro•South Deerfield, MA

3d•$103,763 - $192,644•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this role is to perform product and process development in the film and sheet processing of the Specialty Films subdivision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 4+ years of relevant professional experience; OR Master’s degree in an engineering discipline with 2 years of relevant professional experience; OR Ph.D. degree or equivalent in an engineering discipline with 1+ year of relevant professional experience
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills
Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills
Ability to translate development activities into commercially viable technologies and products
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence others
Strong computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Thorough understanding of statistical methods in experimental design (DOE)

Nice To Haves

Degree in chemical engineering or plastics engineering
Specific experience with manufacturing or development of plastic films, including thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), polycarbonate (PC), or similar
Specific familiarity with DOE software such as JMP or Minitab

Responsibilities

Develop modified and new grades of TPU, polycarbonate, and film and sheet products
Develop multi-layer and cast-on-carrier products
Lead key development projects
Document and report progress of the product development programs
Support projects that require capital investments
Independently interact with customers and internal commercial organization to thoroughly understand customer requirements in order to effectively contribute to new product development
Contribute to developing new applications for TPU films
Provide technical service to Specialty Films TPU customers