Development Engineer, Flexible Films & Printed Electronics

Covestro; Deerfield (MA); On-site; USD 110,998 - 206,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Covestro is seeking a specialist to lead the design and management of trials for flexible and stretchable film substrates used in printed electronics. You will work hands-on in lab spaces and at customer sites, guiding development from concept to commercially viable products.

The role requires a strong engineering background, experience with screen printing on plastic films, and ability to communicate findings across global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 6+ years of relevant professional experience, OR Master’s with 4+ years, OR Ph.D. with 2+ years.
• Experience with screen printing of graphic inks on plastic films and familiarity with CAD software and graphic design tools.
• Strong problem solving, communication and leadership capabilities; ability to translate development into commercial technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with technical and commercial staff to understand capabilities and customer processing.
• Directly manage design, installation and commissioning of new development equipment in partnership with manufacturers.
• Develop procedures for safe and efficient operation of development equipment at Covestro Specialty Films’ South Deerfield location.
• Work hands-on in lab spaces and at customers to execute trials and experiments effectively.
• Drive understanding and capabilities to proactively prepare solutions for customer requirements.
• Maintain organized environment for activities including equipment, materials and inventories.
• Provide on-site technical service and support to customers as needed.
• Serve as global SME for sales, business development, and Covestro locations abroad.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

DOE

Excel

PowerPoint

Leadership

Printed electronics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Covestro is seeking a specialist to lead the design and management of trials for flexible and stretchable film substrates used in printed electronics. You will work hands-on in lab spaces and at customer sites, guiding development from concept to commercially viable products.

The role requires a strong engineering background, experience with screen printing on plastic films, and ability to communicate findings across global teams.