Engineering/R&D Tech

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 42,705 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Associate Stock Ownership Plan

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

is seeking an R&D Technician to join the team on the Day Shift at the Appleton North facility in Elkton, Maryland. You will partner with scientists and engineers to perform hands-on materials and process development from bench-scale experiments to pilot-scale prototyping, including solvent-based formulations and membrane-characterization. You will prepare formulations, conduct coating and processing trials, and document results.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering technology, chemistry, or materials science with 2+ years lab experience.
• Experience in a research, pilot, or prototyping environment.
• Experience handling solvents and chemicals safely.
• Ability to collect, organize, and communicate technical data accurately.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document materials, coating, processing, and prototyping experiments.
• Prepare solvent-based solutions, dispersions, and polymer formulations from bench to larger sizes.
• Conduct coating trials from bench scale to pilot-scale.
• Set up material paths, tooling, fixtures, process conditions, and data collection systems for trials.
• Prepare samples and perform membrane and material characterization.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and communicate experimental data to enable decisions.
• Maintain a safe, organized lab environment and manage chemicals, materials, and equipment.

Skills

Solvent handling

Data analysis

Experiment documentation

Lab safety

Independent work

Communication of data

Prototype support

Education

Associate degree in engineering technology, chemistry, or materials science

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an R&D Technician to join our team on the Day Shift. In this role, you will partner with scientists and engineers to execute hands-on materials and process development from bench-scale experiments through pilot-scale prototyping to support new material technologies and product portfolios. You will prepare solvent-based formulations, conduct coating and membrane-processing trials, and characterize materials. This opportunity provides broad exposure to coatings, porous membranes, prototyping, and advanced processing technologies in a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning and shared problem solving.

This position will be located at our Appleton North facility in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits

• $31 - $43 per hour
• This role is eligible for an additional $2/hr shift differential pay for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to plan, execute, and document materials, coating, processing, and prototyping experiments.
• Prepare solvent-based solutions, dispersions, and polymer formulations safely and consistently from bench scale through larger batch sizes.
• Conduct coating trials from bench scale through pilot-scale or continuous processing equipment.
• Set up material paths, tooling, fixtures, process conditions, and data collection systems for experimental trials.
• Prepare samples and perform membrane and material characterization, including physical, mechanical, airflow, and pore-structure testing.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and communicate experimental and process data to enable timely technical decisions.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive laboratory environment, including management of chemicals, materials, test equipment, and supplies.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering technology, chemistry, materials science, or a related field AND a minimum of 2 years of relevant hands‑on technical experience in a lab setting.
• Experience working in a research, pilot, or prototyping environment.
• Experience in safely handling solvents and chemicals.
• Experience preparing solutions, dispersions, coatings, or polymer-based formulations and following documented mixing procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize, and clearly communicate technical data with a high degree of accuracy including a strong attention to identifying inconsistencies, trends, and critical information to support informed decision‑making and problem‑solving.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize changing work requirements, operate independently, and collaborate directly and respectfully in an inclusive team environment.
• Ability to conduct basic statistical analysis.
• Ability to provide advanced support for design, testing, modification, and fabrication of prototypes.
• Ability to execute non‑standard experiments with a high degree of accuracy, quality, and timeliness. Attention to detail and good observation skills are essential.
• Ability to write, follow, and maintain operating procedures, instrument/equipment instructions, and experimental documentation.
• Ability to travel 5%.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with coating, drying, curing, or scale‑up of solvent‑based polymer formulations.
• Experience with porous membranes, including material characterization, and prototype fabrication.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit‑sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.