Research and Development Technologist

Energizer Holdings; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Energizer Holdings is seeking a Technologist for its Global Auto Care R&D Team in Westlake, OH. The role involves conducting laboratory experiments, collecting data, and preparing technical reports to support new product innovations and performance improvements.

The position emphasizes collaboration across R&D groups, adherence to safety protocols, and leadership in project work while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Three years of pertinent experience/education and a good fundamental understanding of higher-level mathematics, mechanics, general science, and general computer applications.
• Will generally have at least 5 years of related experience in a technical laboratory or similar environment.
• Experience with test method development

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning and execution of assigned project steps; plans and executes routine and non-routine experiments and tasks.
• Collects, records, and transcribes routine and non-routine data; performs calculations; creates tables, charts, and graphs; summarizes data and analyzes for exceptions.
• Uses appropriate materials and equipment and understands the underlying principles of use or operation; applies understanding to planning and execution of tasks.
• Designs and conducts experiments under supervisor guidance leading to improved systems or processes with cost/performance advantages.
• Trains and instructs others to perform tasks and creates training documentation.
• Coordinates the work of co-workers and interfaces with other R&D groups, equipment, service groups, and plants to execute tasks and document results.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Math fundamentals

Test method development

Job description

As a Technologist in Energizer’s Global Auto Care R&D Team, you will work with a team to perform laboratory experimentation and testing of products for this innovative and exciting business. You will provide a key role in the development of new product innovations as well as improvement of current products.

The position, based in Westlake, a suburb of Cleveland, Ohio, is a part of Energizer’s Auto Care business, a customer-focused, innovation-oriented, fast growing consumer packaged goods company. Energizer is passionate about making time in the car more enjoyable with market-leading brands of car air fresheners, cleaning and conditioning products.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the planning and execution of assigned project steps; plans and executes routine and non-routine experiments and tasks.
• Collects, records, and transcribes routine and non-routine data; performs routine and non-routine calculations; creates routine and non-routine tables, charts, and graphs; summarizes data and analyzes for exceptions; offers explanations for data exceptions; creates data reports that include conclusions in technical report format.
• Uses appropriate materials and equipment and understands the underlying principles of use or operation; applies understanding to the planning and execution of assigned program steps, experiments, and tasks.
• Understands the basic principles, materials, and parts of products and/or devices in assigned area. Designs and conducts experiments, under supervisor guidance, leading to new and improved systems, constructions, or processes having marketable cost/performance advantages.
• Trains and instructs others to perform routine and non-routine tasks and experiments. Creates training documentation.
• Coordinates the work of co-workers and interfaces with other R&D product groups, equipment, service groups, and plants to acquire the information and services necessary to execute assigned program steps, experiments, and tasks. Suggests, organizes, and executes experiments leading to new or improved methods and provides full documentation of results.
• Practices proper safety procedures. Recognizes, reports and documents unsafe acts or conditions.
• Provides leadership for others in project work.
• Participates in and implements department continuous improvement activities. Serves as an ad hoc team member as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• May also perform additional duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience

• Three years of pertinent experience/education and a good fundamental understanding of higher-level mathematics, mechanics, general science, and general computer applications.
• Will generally have at least 5 years of related experience in a technical laboratory or similar environment.
• Experience with test method development

Working Relationships

• Interfaces with supervisor for limited guidance
• Works with and provides significant guidance to coworkers as necessary
• Interfaces with other groups, suppliers, and manufacturers to acquire necessary information and services
• Will work in a Research and Development technical laboratory setting. Occasional travel may be required, depending on role.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks requiring the use of hands, standing for extended periods of time, and lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Exposure to health risks or conditions may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment, including the potential use of a respirator.
• This position reports Monday-Friday, day shift. Occasionally, schedule may vary from typical business hours.