RESEARCH ENGINEER I

Inteplast Group; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Inteplast Group is seeking a dedicated IP professional at its Livingston, NJ location to bridge Intellectual Property lawyers and R&D and Technical teams. The role focuses on developing and protecting Inteplast's intellectual properties across patents and trademarks.

You will identify opportunities, manage the IP portfolio, and advise on IP and technical issues spanning production to end product, while ensuring compliance with oversight entities and internal standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in engineering: Material Science, Mechanical, or Polymer a plus.
• Engineering studies and research
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to work non-standard hours and manage stress

Responsibilities

• Identify potential patent or trademark opportunities
• Manage and maintain Inteplast's IP portfolio
• Advise on IP issues
• Advise on technical issues from production to end product
• Maintain certification and compliance with oversight entities
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

Engineering degree

Research experience

MS Office

Attendance & flexibility

Stress management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Job description

9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Inteplast offers an excellent array of benefits: 2 medical plans, HSA with employer contribution; employer paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability. Voluntary benefits including vision, accident, & critical illness; 10 paid holidays, vacation, personal & sick time, 401(k) with guaranteed match and profit share, employee referral bonus and limited education assistance.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Position Acts as a liaison between Intellectual Property lawyers and R&D and Technical at Inteplast. Objective is to develop and protect intellectual properties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or master’s in engineering: Material Science, Mechanical, or Polymer a plus
• Engineering studies and research
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary
• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify potential patent or trademark opportunities
• Manage and maintain Inteplast's IP portfolio
• Advise on IP issues
• Advise on technical issues from production to end product
• Maintain certification and compliance in regard to oversight entities
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

OTHER INFORMATION

Inteplast Group is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement .

9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA