R&D Engineer

Freudenberg • Durham, NC

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About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Lead Product & Process Development – Create and enhance raw materials, processes, and products that align with business strategy. Drive Technical Projects – Plan and execute development initiatives using stage‑gate methodology to ensure successful commercialization. Support Customers & Commercial Teams – Implement new products/processes and resolve technical issues in collaboration with internal teams and customers. Optimize & Innovate – Establish product/process parameters, improve productivity and quality, and stay current on emerging materials, technologies, and industry trends. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science with 3–5 years of industry experience, or an advanced degree with relevant research experience. Industry Experience: Background in product development, process engineering, or technical service within chemical, nonwoven, textile, polymer, or automotive industries. Technical Expertise: Working knowledge of applied statistical methods (e.g., SPC, capability analysis, hypothesis testing). Project Management: Strong project management skills with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to commercialization. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science with 3–5 years of industry experience, or an advanced degree with relevant research experience.
• Background in product development, process engineering, or technical service within chemical, nonwoven, textile, polymer, or automotive industries.
• Working knowledge of applied statistical methods (e.g., SPC, capability analysis, hypothesis testing).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Lead Product & Process Development – Create and enhance raw materials, processes, and products that align with business strategy.
• Drive Technical Projects – Plan and execute development initiatives using stage‑gate methodology to ensure successful commercialization.
• Support Customers & Commercial Teams – Implement new products/processes and resolve technical issues in collaboration with internal teams and customers.
• Optimize & Innovate – Establish product/process parameters, improve productivity and quality, and stay current on emerging materials, technologies, and industry trends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees