Research & Business Development Scientist

Armstrong Flooring•Mountville, PA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Research & Business Development Scientist to be located in Mountville, PA. This role will plan, organize, and execute research and development work in support of AHF's innovation and product strategies. S/he will lead technical projects and work within teams to generate concepts, determine technical feasibility of concepts for innovative flooring products and installation/maintenance products. This position is ideal for the candidate looking to complement his/her scientific and engineering expertise with industry experience.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science or a related technical field
Minimum of two years of experience in R&D, product development, and/or innovation
Effective and creative problem solving, written and verbal communication skills required
Action and results oriented self-starter
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
Positive and Verifiable Work History

Nice To Haves

Experience with statistical analysis, Minitab (preferred) or other statistical software.
Experience in developing technical capability as a need for product development.
Strong interpersonal skills and a preference to working in a team environment with other scientists, engineers, technicians, and managers, both internally and externally.
Ability to develop and execute product testing procedures
Familiarity with flooring products, installation systems, and/or building products

Responsibilities

Utilize materials and technology to create, develop and evaluate capabilities in support of new products for all segments of our global flooring business
Effectively influence decision making as the technical lead on various projects
Develop product specifications requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Coordinate external testing as needed and understanding testing requirements for domestic and international sales regions
Timely and effective communication with management on project status, cost, issues and risk
Complete assignments requiring expert level knowledge of techniques and practices related to new product development
Achieve business goals, share learnings, knowledge and skills as well as promote cross-functional teamwork
Use knowledge and expertise to interpret and properly document experimental data
Other work as assigned based on the project and business support needs
Perform installation testing as needed to support project work or business support needs