Chemical Engineer

RBC Bearings; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings is seeking a Chemical Engineer in Oxford, CT, to drive development, testing, and validation of new products and manufacturing processes. The role focuses on self-lubricating liner products and related resins, fillers, composites, and adhesion improvements.

The engineer will support divisions with process development and troubleshooting, perform analytical assessments, and contribute to optimizing manufacturing for high-performance bearing components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in chemical engineering.
• Knowledge of thermosetting resins, thermoplastics and elastomers a plus.
• Knowledge of composite systems and manufacturing techniques a plus.
• Knowledge of plating principles and practices a plus.
• Analytical chemistry knowledge, especially with FTIR and DSC.

Responsibilities

• Development of new-engineered products for RBC Bearings.
• Provide chemical process development expertise and assistance to RBC Divisions.
• Assist RBC Divisions with manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Perform analytical analyses of current and newly developed products and processing.

Skills

Chemical process development

Analytical chemistry

Resins & composites knowledge

Manufacturing troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in chemical engineering

Tools

FTIR spectroscopy

DSC analysis

Plating processes knowledge

Job description

RBC Bearings is seeking a Chemical Engineer who will be report to the New Product and Process Development Group Manager. This position is responsible for the development, testing, and validation of new products and their associated manufacturing processes. The Chemical Engineer will primarily work on products and components related to RBC self-lubricating liner products which involve resin, structural and lubricant fillers, composites, improvements in adhesion. Additional development projects include development and troubleshooting of lubricants (greases and oils), bearing seals, cleaning and plating baths, as well as other chemical processes.

JOB TITLE/LOCATION

Chemical Engineer – Oxford, CT

Key Responsibililties

• Development of new-engineered products for RBC Bearings.
• Provide chemical process development expertise and assistance to RBC Divisions.
• Assist RBC Divisions with manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Perform analytical analyses of current and newly developed products and processing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in chemical engineering
• Knowledge of thermosetting resins, thermoplastics and elastomers a plus
• Knowledge of composite systems, and manufacturing techniques a plus
• Knowledge of plating principles and practices a plus
• Analytical chemistry knowledge, especially with FTIR and DSC.

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and engineered components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 64 facilities, of which 42 are manufacturing facilities in eleven countries and our market capitalization is approximately $19.0 billion.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans Status.