Research and Development Engineer
About The Position
This role leads silicone pilot line operations and assists with developing new R&D products and manufacturing processes. It establishes a technical basis for development work and collaborates with internal team members to understand material and manufacturing constraints. The position documents development processes, performs experiments, and tracks results. The engineer provides leadership to pilot line employees, oversees daily pilot line operations and troubleshooting, and assists with planning and executing development projects. The role also supports scaling up new materials and products and transferring technology from the pilot plant to manufacturing. It delivers project progress reports and extensively documents development processes and material specifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
- At least 3 years of engineering experience; experience in the chemical industry is preferred.
- Ability to plan, organize, and oversee multiple projects.
- Experience in statistical data analysis using statistical software such as JMP or Minitab.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the chemical industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead pilot line employees and ensure safe execution of pilot line operations.
- Assist in planning and executing small to medium development projects and portions of larger projects under direction.
- Review technical product and material requirements and develop and execute experimental tests for products and manufacturing processes.
- Manage daily operational aspects of the pilot line and troubleshoot issues.
- Assist with scaling up new materials and products and transferring technology from the pilot plant to manufacturing.
- Troubleshoot existing processes and products to advance product development and improve performance.
- Solve problems of limited to moderate complexity using conventional approaches or work with internal resources to develop new or unconventional solutions.
- Deliver reports outlining progress on current and ongoing projects.
- Extensively document development processes and material specifications.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Bonus programs may be available.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
