R&D Materials Engineer - Kaukauna, WI

Albany International Corp.; Kaukauna (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced R&D Materials Engineer to lead hands-on development of high-performance thermoplastic and thermoset materials.

You will design experiments, analyze data, and drive scale-up for pilot trials and commercialization. The role requires 10 years in materials, a strong background in Design of Experiments, and degrees in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science.

Qualifications

• Applied Statistics and Design-of-Experiments methodology.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working independently or in teams.
• 10 years work experience in materials, automation, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on R&D activities by testing materials and pilot-scale trials to meet demanding mechanical, chemical, and environmental specifications.
• Apply DOE methods and statistics to address product, process, and quality challenges.
• Collaborate with engineers to process prototypes, gather data, and support scale-up for field trials.
• Develop new product concepts and test methods that advance Albany's portfolio.
• Communicate experimental data and recommendations through reports and presentations.
• Lead small projects and coordinate tasks with senior staff.

Skills

Applied Statistics & DOE

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor Degree

Masters degree

PhD

Field of Study: Chemical Engineering; Polymer Engineering/Science; Materials Science

Job description

R&D Materials Engineer

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Kaukauna, Wisconsin, United States

The R&D Materials Engineer is a position focused on the development of new high performance thermoplastic and thermoset product concepts. Albany products are subjected to a variety of physical property demands including tension, compression, and flexion, under challenging chemical and environmental conditions. Working with other scientists and engineers, the Materials Engineer will act as a Project Leader to develop both new products and potentially, new processes, to support scale-up for field trials and eventual commercialization. It is Albany's goal to continually provide high value to our customers with Sustainability built into our formulations and processes. Thus, this is a handson R&D position for developing high value and sustainable products for the future.

Essential Job Functions

* Execute handson R&D activities by conducting material testing and pilotscale trials to evaluate new highperformance thermoplastic and thermoset materials designed to meet demanding mechanical, chemical, and environmental requirements.

* Conduct and analyze experiments using DesignofExperiments (DOE) methods and applied statistics to address product, process, and quality challenges.

* Collaborate closely with engineers and technologists to process prototypes, gather data, and support scale-up, pilot, and customer trials.

* Generate and develop innovative research ideas, new product concepts, and custom test methods or equipment modifications that advance Albany's materials portfolio and technical capabilities.

* Document, summarize, and clearly communicate experimental data, trial results, and technical recommendations through written reports and verbal presentations to the R&D team and management.

Exercise judgment on the progress of the work and adjust tasks with guidance from senior staff as needed.

* Conduct work on multiple projects as part of a team or independently, with increasing project leadership over time.

* Plan, conduct, schedule, and coordinate small projects.

* Gain knowledge of Albany products and markets.

* Develop technical resources and working relationships within the company and with external partners.

* Support R&D quality investigations through root-cause analysis and trial execution.

* Reads, understands, and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International's Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.

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Experience/Education/Skills

Required Skills:

• * Applied Statistics and Design-of-Experiments Methodology


• * Problem solving skills


• * Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Required Experience:

• * 10 years work experience. Strong interest in materials, automation, and processes at a hands‑on level.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor Degree OR Masters degree OR PhD

Field of Study:

Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering/Science, Materials Science

Shift

Day

Location Address

3601 Electric City Blvd., Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130, United States

Travel

Negligible