Junior Research Engineer – Sustainable Materials & Processing

Saint--gobain; Chapinville (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Research North America is seeking an entry-level Research Engineer to join the Sustainable Materials and Processing Technologies team. You will conduct hands-on lab experiments focusing on polymeric materials, composites, construction materials, and sustainable materials.

You will design and conduct experiments, analyze outcomes, prepare presentations and reports, collaborate with colleagues, and apply problem-solving to advance projects. Up to 15% travel to plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with statistical tools, data analysis, and drawing conclusions from experimental data.
• Demonstrated project management, teamwork, and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) principles.
• Ability to work with colleagues at various levels.
• Ability to move up to 30 lbs for samples, supplies or suitcases.
• Experience in polymer science, composite materials, materials processing, experimental design (DOE), materials characterization, or statistical data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct lab experiments, produce lab-scale samples, operate lab equipment, and analyze experimental outcomes.
• Conduct experiments to support primary projects and others.
• Prepare presentations and technical reports to communicate progress to teams and stakeholders.
• Carry several small projects through to successful completion.
• Support laboratory management activities, including safety, 5S, equipment maintenance, audit preparation and compliance.

Skills

Statistical tools

Data analysis

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Project management

HSE knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Lab equipment

DOE

Job description

Saint-Gobain Research North America is seeking an entry-level Research Engineer to join the Sustainable Materials and Processing Technologies team. You will conduct hands-on lab experiments focusing on polymeric materials, composites, construction materials, and sustainable materials.

You will design and conduct experiments, analyze outcomes, prepare presentations and reports, collaborate with colleagues, and apply problem-solving to advance projects. Up to 15% travel to plants.