Advanced R&D Engineer

Momentive Technologies; Richmond Heights (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Momentive Technologies in Ohio seeks an Advanced R&D Engineer to help develop revolutionary high-temperature materials and scale advanced quartz, ceramic, and crucible technologies from bench concepts to full‑scale manufacturing. You will apply Six Sigma tools, manage pilot runs, perform design of experiments, and contribute to IP through patents and publications.

The role requires cross‑functional leadership, supplier and customer collaboration, project management for CAPEX‑driven transfers,

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering.
• 5+ years of hands-on industry experience.
• Experience with NPI Stage-Gate processes from concept to manufacturing transfer.
• Experience transferring production scale equipment and processes to manufacturing.
• Expertise in high-temperature processing equipment.
• Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data (DOE, hypothesis testing, Gage R&R).
• Experience with Minitab or similar statistical software.]
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to meet project objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop new quartz products and processes to meet market demands.
• Lead NPI projects with cross-functional teams and validation partners, including feasibility testing and scale-up.
• Apply project management for planning, budgeting, time management, and risk management.
• Generate IP through patents, publications, and internal reports.
• Provide manufacturing technical support for high-temperature processing of ceramics and related tooling.
• Utilize Six Sigma tools for process improvement and troubleshooting.

Skills

NPI Stage-Gate

Pilot scale transfer

Statistical design

Six Sigma

Minitab

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

CAPEX management

High-temperature processing

Materials characterization

Education

Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering

Tools

SEM

XRD

TGA

Job description

About Momentive Technologies

Momentive Technologies delivers purity that inspires progress. Leveraging a nearly 75-year legacy of innovation, our ultra-high-purity products help enable high-quality processing and production for a wide range of applications in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, lighting, aerospace, water purification, pharmaceutical, consumer electronics and telecommunications industries. As a world leader in fused quartz and ceramic solutions, we offer an unrivaled ability to supply custom material solutions at scale to the highest standards of quality. By engineering custom materials with uncommon purity and unwavering precision, Momentive Technologies gives our customers the freedom to think big and develop transformative products that benefit mankind on the grandest of scales. Together, Momentive Technologies and our customers are reshaping the world.

Advanced R&D Engineer

As an Advanced Research and Development Engineer, you'll support the development of revolutionary technologies, diving into the creation of advanced materials that will redefine possibilities.

Your role as a team member will support the introduction of groundbreaking products, providing invaluable support to our customers, and pioneering innovative high-temperature fusion processes. Not only will you help to bring these technologies to life, but you'll also play a crucial part in scaling up engineering processes - taking products from initial bench concepts to high-volume manufacturing reality.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new quartz products and processes utilizing technical expertise to meet new market/application demands.
• Lead new product introduction projects with cross-functional teams and external validation partners. Responsibilities include feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, cost analysis and scale up to manufacturing.
• Apply project management skills in planning, budgeting, time management, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Generate intellectual properties such as patents, publications, and internal reports
• Responsible for manufacturing technical support regarding high temperature processing of ceramics, ceramics bonding and precision machining.
• Apply Six Sigma methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering.

• 5+ years of hands-on industry experience capable of contributing valuable insights immediately.

• Knowledge and practical experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) Stage-Gate processes, including concept development, feasibility assessment, prototyping, validation, commercialization, and manufacturing transfer.
• Experience developing, evaluating/refining at a pilot scale, and transferring production scale equipment and processes to manufacturing that generate revenue.
• Expertise in working with and the design of high temperature processing equipment.
• Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R.
• Proficiency in materials characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, TGA, etc.) and quality/risk assessment tools such as FMEA.
• Project management experience - effective planning and prioritization of projects of significant business impact to deliver new product/process technologies.
• Proven ability to collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to accomplish project objectives on time and within budget.
• Experience managing CAPEX projects for new product introduction, process development, or manufacturing expansion, including business case development, cost justification, equipment procurement, factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and production ramp-up.
• Ability to do hands-on work in an industrial environment with necessary PPE and interact and influence in a matrixed environment.
• Experience working with statistical software such as Minitab.
• A strong sense of accountability, urgency, and self-direction.
• Ability to travel internationally 10%

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of hands-on industry experience capable of contributing valuable insights immediately.

• Design and fabrication experience of pilot scale equipment and systems.
• Expertise in working with and the design of high temperature processing equipment of quartz, glass, or ceramics.
• Understanding of basic mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems involved in operation of batch and continuous furnaces.
• Project management experience - effective planning and prioritization of projects of significant business impact to deliver new product/process technologies.
• Experience with, or design of, quartz fusion processes including electric fusion, arc fusion and flame fusion.
• Experience designing products for semiconductor processing equipment and familiarity with the semiconductor tool market.
• Six Sigma training and/or certifications.

Our Advanced/Lead R&D Engineers earn a variable compensation including base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.

Joining the Momentive team includes:

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Momentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors.

Don't miss this chance to advance your career and make a meaningful impact on industries that impact the world.

EEO Statement

We treat all our associates and candidates as equals. We require all associates and managers to do so too and comply with employment laws and regulations. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We are committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.