Research Engineer
$104,000–$118,000 year
On-siteWaynesboro, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Identify, propose, plan, and execute innovation projects providing competitive advantage through technology scale-up, product validation, and commercialization support. Lead fiber and material performance testing, prototype development, and application trials to translate customer needs into technical requirements. Assist with resolving production, product performance, and quality issues while maintaining EH&S compliance. Build collaborative relationships with researchers, technicians, and business leaders. Stay abreast of the competitive landscape in polymer fiber production and the textile industry. Report to the R&D Director with 20-25% global travel required.
Required Qualifications
- BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Material Science
- At least 5 years of experience as a Chemical Engineer, Polymer Scientist, Spinning Process Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
- Demonstrated excellence in ethics, compliance, and EH&S performance
- Results oriented, motivated, and effective contributor in a collaborative, diverse team environment
- Creative, entrepreneurial spirit that is driven by a passion for innovation and focused by business goals
- Effective problem solver with strong observation and critical thinking skills and statistical skills
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Flexibility to travel globally as required, estimated 20-25% annually
Desired Qualifications
- MS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Material Science
- At least 3 years of experience as Chemical Engineer, Polymer Scientist, Spinning Process Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
- Experience in research and development of fibers
- Demonstrated project leadership skills that produce outstanding results
- Strong background in statistical design of experiments and analysis of data from lab/semiworks experiments and plant operations
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