Research and Development Engineer

Rogers-Corporation; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers-Corporation in Illinois is seeking a Research and Development Engineer (6290) to lead the silicone pilot line operations and contribute to new R&D products and manufacturing processes. You will establish a solid technical basis for developments and work with internal teams to understand material and manufacturing constraints.

The role requires strong attention to detail, documenting development processes, performing experiments, and tracking results, with opportunities to grow through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• At least 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee multiple projects.
• Experience with statistical data analysis using JMP or Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to pilot line employees, ensuring safe execution.
• Plan and execute small to medium development projects and portions of larger ones.
• Review technical requirements and develop experimental tests for products and processes.
• Manage daily pilot line operations and troubleshoot issues.
• Assist in scale-up of new materials/products and support technology transfer from pilot to manufacturing.
• Solve problems of limited to moderate complexity using conventional or new approaches.
• Deliver progress reports and extensively document processes and material specs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Statistical data analysis

Project planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Equivalent work experience in lieu of degree

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Career Opportunities: Research and Development Engineer (6290)

This role is responsible for leading the silicone pilot line operationand assisting in the development of new R&D products and manufacturing processes. Establishing a sound technical basis for these developments, this role will work closely with internal team members to understand material and manufacturing constraints. With strong detail-orientation, this position will help document development processes, perform experimental processes, and track results.

Essential Functions:

• Provide leadership to pilot line employees, enure safe execution of all aspects for the pilot line operation
• Assist in the planning and execution of small to medium development projects, and portions of larger projects, under direction provided.
• Review technical requirements for products and materials to develop and execute experimental tests for products and manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for all daily operational aspects of the pilot line and for troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Assist in scale up of new materials and products, and support technology transfer from pilot plant to manufacturing process.Perform technical troubleshooting on existing processes and products, as required, to advance product development and improve overall performance.
• Solve problems of limited to moderate complexity using conventional approaches or works with internal resources to develop new/unconventional solutions.
• Deliver reports outlining progress of current and ongoing projects.
• Extensively document processes and material specifications used in the development process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• 3 + years of Engineering experience, preferably in the chemical industry
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee multiple projects
• Experience in statistical data analysisusing statistical software like JMP or Minitab

Compensation for this positions will be determined based on various factors, including experience, skills and internal equity. The expected salary range for this role is between $84,000 and $112,000.

Additional compensation may include but is not limited to, bonus programs and an employee stock purchase plan. For comprehensive list of benefits, please visit our Careers Benefits Page.