Product Engineer I: R&D Lab Prototyping & Testing

Albany International Corp.; St. Stephen (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. is seeking a Product Engineer to join a project or laboratory team performing technical laboratory work with standard and custom procedures. The role emphasizes problem solving, interpersonal and written communication within a dynamic R&D setting.

The ideal candidate will conduct tests, build prototypes, document results, and contribute ideas for new products. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential for collaboration with cross-functional groups.

Qualifications

• Applied statistics and DOE methodologies.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts laboratory tests and pilot trials on multiple projects, independently or in a team.
• Builds and tests laboratory prototypes of new product concepts.
• Produces documents, summarizes and reports laboratory data for R&D tasks.
• Generates ideas for research or new products.
• Plans, conducts, schedules and coordinates small projects.
• Gains knowledge of Albany products and markets.
• Applies manufacturing and lab testing knowledge to solve problems.
• Delivers written reports or oral presentations on results to leaders.
• Designs custom equipment modifications or test methods as needed.
• Develops internal and external resources.
• Complies with Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy.

Skills

Applied Statistics

Design of Experiments

Problem solving

English proficiency

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Master's degree (Preferred)

Job description

Albany International Corp. is seeking a Product Engineer to join a project or laboratory team performing technical laboratory work with standard and custom procedures. The role emphasizes problem solving, interpersonal and written communication within a dynamic R&D setting.

The ideal candidate will conduct tests, build prototypes, document results, and contribute ideas for new products. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential for collaboration with cross-functional groups.