Principal Development Engineer – Flexible Printed Electronics

Covestro•South Deerfield, MA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to function as a subject matter expert internally and externally as it pertains to successful implementation of flexible and/or stretchable film substrates in printed electronics applications. The successful candidate will be hands-on leading the design and management of trials and experiments using materials, equipment, and test methods to enable development of Covestro Specialty Films substrates and advise customers on successful implementation and use of its products in targeted applications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 6+ years of relevant professional experience; OR Master’s degree in an engineering discipline with 4+ years of relevant professional experience; OR Ph.D. degree in an engineering discipline with 2+ years 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
Strong computer skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Thorough understanding of statistical methods in experimental design (DOE)
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence others
Experience with printed electronics, including but not limited to: screen printing conductive inks on plastic films, manual assembly (conductive adhesives, component attachment), circuit design.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics
Experience with screen printing of graphic inks on plastic films
Specific familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD
Specific familiarity with graphic design software such as Adobe Illustrator
Familiar with DOE software such as JMP or Minitab

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Specialty Films technical and commercial staff to understand capabilities and limitations with respect to application and customer processing of Specialty Films products.
Directly manage the design, installation, and commissioning of new application development equipment and methods, in partnership with equipment manufacturers and other Specialty Films technical staff.
Manage the development of procedures for the safe and efficient operation of application development equipment within Covestro Specialty Films’ South Deerfield location.
Work hands-on in Covestro application development lab spaces and at customers to ensure effective execution of trials and experiments
Drive Covestro Specialty Films’ understanding and capabilities to proactively prepare solutions for customer requirements in targeted applications.
Maintain an organized environment for application development activities, including equipment, raw materials, and sample inventories.
Provide technical service and on-site technical support to Specialty Films customers as needed.
Serve as a global subject matter expert for sales, business development, and technical staff of Covestro locations in other regions.