R&D Facilities Engineer - Pilot Plant Upgrades (Flexible Schedule)

Hexcel; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Hexcel, based in Decatur, Alabama, seeks an experienced R&D Facilities Engineer to own reliability, modernization, and technical advancement of our pilot facilities. You will lead capital upgrades, improve equipment reliability, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and process challenges to accelerate carbon fiber technologies for aerospace.

Flexible 9/80 and 5/40 work weeks are available. You will manage trials and pilot line improvements, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure safety and

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years’ experience with industrial processes and equipment, especially polymer processing.
• Experience leading capital projects and guiding upgrades.
• Understanding safety procedures to run industrial scale equipment in PSM areas.
• Experience in or with R&D settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital improvements for R&D facilities from concept to completion.
• Direct pilot plant activities to support innovation projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues and process challenges.
• Identify pilot line improvements and non-capital projects.
• Ensure documentation for trials, equipment, and procedures is maintained.

Skills

Capital project leadership

Troubleshooting equipment

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical/Polymer

Tools

Industrial polymerization equipment

PAN fiber production equipment

Job description

Hexcel, based in Decatur, Alabama, seeks an experienced R&D Facilities Engineer to own reliability, modernization, and technical advancement of our pilot facilities. You will lead capital upgrades, improve equipment reliability, and troubleshoot complex mechanical and process challenges to accelerate carbon fiber technologies for aerospace.

Flexible 9/80 and 5/40 work weeks are available. You will manage trials and pilot line improvements, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure safety and