R&D Materials Engineer

Prysmian Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic R&D Materials Senior Engineer to lead innovative compound development projects. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the performance and sustainability of polymer compounds for energy and telecom applications. You will leverage your expertise to drive projects from bench scale to commercialization, while also mentoring laboratory technicians and ensuring the delivery of accurate technical reports. Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and offers you the chance to make a significant impact in the field of materials engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Polymer Compound development.
• Hands-on experience with processing and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead compound development projects and coordinate lab experiments.
• Drive cost reduction and enhance performance in compound development.

Skills

Polymer Compound Development

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

B.S. in Chemical or Polymer Engineering

Advanced Degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

HFA

Job description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

R&D Materials Senior Engineer

Indianapolis Technology Center

Position Summary

This position is responsible for executing compound development projects as a part of the Technology R&D Materials organization. The position is located at the Indianapolis Technology Center.

Nature & Scope

Reporting to the Polymer and Compounding Manager, this position is responsible for leading compound development projects and is accountable for communication and delivery of results to the broader Technology team. The R&D Materials Senior Engineer will apply a systematic and designed experimental approach to develop new polymeric compounds and evaluate changes in material performance prior to commercial scale-up in our manufacturing plants.

Specific Job Duties

• Leads or supports cross-functional project teams in production-scale compounding and prototype processing trials within the applicable Prysmian manufacturing facility associated with compound development projects.
• Drives cost reduction and enhanced performance compound development from bench scale to commercialization.
• Investigates and applies new polymer and additive technologies from a variety of suppliers.
• Leverages polymers and materials experience to identify and execute projects which improve compound/cable Sustainability and carbon footprint.
• Works to tight deadlines as well as contributing to longer term R&D projects.
• Coordinates laboratory experiments through Technical Service Requests.
• Works independently and provides guidance to R&D Materials laboratory technicians in order to complete project tasks.
• Creates and modifies compound specifications (including relevant raw material codes in HFA and SAP) to support the production of new or existing compounds.
• Prepares informative and accurate technical reports.
• Updates and maintains records/database on compound changes or modifications.

Key Characteristics

• Ability to work as an individual or within a team.
• Sound technical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple work assignments.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Motivated, self-starter.

Education

• Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of a B.S. degree in Chemical or Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

Qualified candidates for the R&D Materials Senior Engineer position should possess at least 3 years of experience with demonstrated expertise as follows:

• Hands-on experience with Polymer Compound development and processing.
• Good understanding of Structure Property Relationships of Polymer blends.
• Proven track record of delivering projects and communicating results.
• Previous experience with Polymer Compound development in the wire & cable industry preferred.