Materials Product Development Engineer

Thermo Fisher Scientific; Alabama; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Materials Development Engineer to pioneer new materials that will shape the future of life sciences. This role offers the chance to work hands-on in a lab environment, developing technologies from concept to market. Join a team dedicated to solving global challenges in health and safety, while collaborating with a diverse group of researchers and partners. With a commitment to integrity and innovation, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful, providing excellent career growth opportunities in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive Remuneration

Annual Incentive Plan Bonus

Healthcare Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in materials development for life sciences.
• Experience with polymer processes and testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop new materials for life sciences applications.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on technology development.

Skills

Materials Development

Polymer Process

Technical Writing

Problem-Solving

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemical Engineering

Material Science

Tools

Extrusion

Injection Molding

Mechanical Testing

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard Office Hours (40/wk)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Do you have a passion for innovative ideas and groundbreaking discoveries? With over $1 billion invested annually in R&D, at Thermo Fisher Scientific you’ll help solve some of the world’s toughest challenges, from giving cancer patients hope, ensuring safe drinking water and helping law enforcement tackle cases through forensics. We empower our teams to put science into meaningful action and give our R&D colleagues the autonomy, resources and tools they need to take science a step beyond.

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific's team and contribute to meaningful work that has a global impact. Collaborate with over 100,000 colleagues who bring our Mission to life daily, enabling customers to improve worldwide health, cleanliness, and safety. Achieve your career goals and help develop solutions for challenging global problems, including environmental protection, food safety, and cancer research.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join us in making a difference! As a Materials Development Engineer at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will have the opportunity to pioneer brand new materials that will craft the future of life sciences.

• Be part of the team responsible for technical development of updates, improvements, and new Single-Use Product Lines.
• Be hands-on in the lab scouting, researching, and developing technologies, helping to take them from concept to reality.
• Collaborate with partners, both internal and external, to bring exciting new technologies to market.
• Have or be willing to develop knowledge of the life sciences and bioprocess space and competitive landscape.
• Support NPI developments, Manufacturing, and Quality in launching competitive, robust products.
• Collaborate with global organizations such as universities, Centers of Excellence, or government labs.
• Help grow a team of curious researchers whose passion is to discover what most necessarily solves our customers' most pressing problems.

Education, Experience & Abilities

• BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in materials development – films, coatings, composites, adhesives, thermoplastics, etc. (a plus if for the life sciences or bioprocess market).
• Experience with polymer process (extrusion, injection molding), testing and characterization (mechanical testing, DSC, DMA, TGA, chemical characterization).
• Willing and able to learn on the fly and apply new technologies to life science and bioprocessing problems.
• Demonstrated excellence in writing and analyzing technical reports and communication of technical results to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Curious and creative problem-solver able to deliver rigorous results in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to help establish a new R&D Team in Franklin, MA.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.