Materials Innovation Engineer

Andersen Corporation; Bayport (MN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with match

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Minnesota seeks an engineer to lead research and development on materials such as adhesives, coatings, and plastics. You will guide projects, evaluate viability, and support manufacturing with new solutions.

Responsibilities include testing materials, implementing new processes, collaborating with suppliers, and applying statistical tools to drive improvements. A BS in a related field and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Self-motivated with strong drive.
• Ability to lead cross-functional engineering projects.
• Experience with statistical tools and DOE concepts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects related to materials and viability of solutions to meet business needs.
• Test and validate new materials in product applications, including material performance and durability testing.
• Implement new materials and/or processes in a manufacturing environment by working with other engineering functions.
• Work with suppliers to identify new materials and optimize performance.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing projects, material questions, and/or technical specification development.
• Drive improvement activity through statistical tools and interpretation of results (DOE, process mapping, Pugh matrix, FMEA, MSA, control plans).

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teams

Statistical analysis

Education

BS in Chemical/Mechanical/Materials Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Minitab

JMP

Job description

Andersen Corporation in Minnesota seeks an engineer to lead research and development on materials such as adhesives, coatings, and plastics. You will guide projects, evaluate viability, and support manufacturing with new solutions.

Responsibilities include testing materials, implementing new processes, collaborating with suppliers, and applying statistical tools to drive improvements. A BS in a related field and strong communication are required.