R&D Residential Product Development Engineer Intern

GAF; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

GAF in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, offers a Residential R&D New Product Development Intern role. You will assist in designing and testing early concepts, support trials, and analyze data to build a business case for capital investment.

Mentorship by experienced scientists and engineers is provided. You will work on CAD drawings, lab testing, and cross-functional collaboration, gaining exposure to product development across asphalt, glass mat, and project management from concept to validation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.8 GPA and at least sophomore standing.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering.
• Computer skills include Google, MS Excel, MS Word; basic SolidWorks knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Problem solving, project management and communication are required; ability to produce concise technical reports.
• Develop CAD drawings and apply data analysis to guide experiments.
• Work under a New Product Development Scientist or Engineer, taking direction and completing tasks.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Google

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Title: Residential R&D New Product Development Intern

Introduction:

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Summary:

Internship is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You'll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. During your assignment, you will have a mentor - someone who will act as a coach to help you better understand both our company and your work responsibilities. The Residential R&D New Product Development team works closely with our Residential R&D Asphalt and Glass Mat teams, as well as our Residential Product Management teams in order to design and develop new products . Activities may include creating and testing initial proof of concepts in the laboratory, supporting trials through experimental planning, material testing, and data analysis,, and using these technical learnings to build a business case for capital investment.

Essential Duties:

• Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment. In addition, candidates must have the ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
• Developing and/or engaging with CAD drawings, and applying the fundamentals of statistical data analysis
• Working under the guidance of a New Product Development Scientist or Engineer,, taking direction and completing tasks in a timely manner

Under This Roof, We Require

• All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, at least sophomore standing.
• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering.
• Candidates should also have computer skills in Google, MS Excel, MS Word, and basic knowledge of Solidworks.

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• As our team interfaces with multiple teams across the company, collaboration and communication skills are highly valued
• Innovation in the process space requires technical capability and creative thinking

How We Protect What Matters Most

Professional growth and development are very important to us!

We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Hourly Rate: $20.00

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.