Product / Materials Development

Cooperidge Consulting Firm

Greenville (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 145,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Product Developer in North Carolina. This role involves leading R&D efforts for composite materials from concept to production. Candidates should have a master's or Ph.D. in Engineering or Materials Science and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The position requires strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Competitive salary and benefits package offered, including health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of R&D experience in polymers, textiles, composites, or related materials industries.
Ability to work in the USA without sponsorship, now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Lead the full development lifecycle of new composite materials.
Drive applied and fundamental research initiatives.
Troubleshoot complex production challenges.
Manage all project timelines and budgets.
Monitor critical scientific, industrial, and market trends.
Support the development and protection of intellectual property.
Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Knowledge of statistics

Experimental design principles

Education

Master of Science (MS) or Ph.D. in Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

Product Developer – Global Manufacturing

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Product Developer for a top Global Manufacturing client. This key technical role leads the research, development, and scale‑up of advanced composites and materials from initial concept through commercial production. The position combines hands‑on R&D, robust project management, and production support, focusing on delivering innovative solutions while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards at the Eastern North Carolina plant site.

Pay Range

$110,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr

Job Responsibilities

Lead the full development lifecycle of new composite materials, from initial concept validation through successful commercial production scale‑up
Drive applied and fundamental research initiatives specifically aimed at enhancing overall product performance and material properties
Troubleshoot complex production challenges with a practical, hands‑on, and systematic approach
Manage all project timelines, budgets, and ensure strict adherence to regulatory compliance requirements
Monitor critical scientific, industrial, and market trends to effectively guide future innovation and product direction
Actively support the development and protection of intellectual property related to new materials and processes
Ensure stringent adherence to all safety, health, and environmental standards across R&D and production activities

Requirements

Education: Master of Science (MS) or Ph.D. in Engineering or Materials Science required
Experience: Minimum of five years of R&D experience in polymers, textiles, composites, or related materials industries required
Certifications/Licenses: Ability to work in the USA without sponsorship, now or in the future, required
Skills: Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem‑solving skills for complex materials development; excellent communication and teamwork abilities; demonstrated knowledge of statistics and experimental design principles; proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and timelines effectively

Benefits