PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
About The Position
Vybond is a global manufacturer of pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes and adhesives, serving industrial and specialty markets. The Product Development Engineer develops new products and product variations, manages development projects from start to finish, and supports innovation and cost reduction. The role involves designing and conducting experiments and trials on pilot and production lines, evaluating product performance, resolving process and equipment issues with cross-functional teams, and preparing technical documentation for product introductions. The engineer also performs application testing and data analysis and supports product testing using applicable ASTM standards and PSTC methods.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or related experience.
- Three or more years of experience in pressure-sensitive adhesive tape, adhesive or release liner design, and manufacturing.
- Basic understanding of process control equipment and the relationship between processing conditions and final product performance.
- Competence in FTIR, DSC, peel adhesion, tack, shear testing, and other analytical techniques.
- Entrepreneurial and continuous-innovation mindset.
- General knowledge of chemistry, chemical compatibilities, and safety protocols, with experience working in a laboratory or pilot setting.
- Project management experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office to record and report data professionally.
- Ability to travel as needed; travel is limited.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, think proactively, and work as a results-oriented team player.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for data-driven project management.
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification is a plus.
- Knowledge of statistical methods and programs such as SPC, DOE, and MiniTab.
Responsibilities
- Follow established Design Control procedures for development of new products and product variances.
- Design experiments, execute trials, develop and interpret data, and perform application testing to develop products that meet customer and market demands.
- Run pilot- and production-line trials using solvent, emulsion, hot melt, and rubber-based pressure-sensitive adhesives and coatings.
- Implement product development projects consistent with corporate objectives and ensure project objectives are met on schedule.
- Source, analyze, and use new raw materials for product innovation and cost reductions.
- Identify equipment and processing issues that affect processing, quality, and performance, and work with cross-functional teams to resolve and implement solutions.
- Prepare finished-good tape samples; operate and understand test equipment and methods, including application testing and data analysis, to evaluate and present new tape designs.
- Implement technical documentation packages, including raw material and product specifications, stability information, and general technical data, to support new product introductions.
- Use knowledge of ASTM standards and PSTC methods to support product testing when required.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned or needed.
- Respond to trial requests, manage technicians conducting product and machine trials, document trials, and manage product changes and development.
- Communicate with various plant areas.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
