Research Engineer II -Gypsum

CERTAINTEED SAINT-GOBAIN; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Parental leave & PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Employee recognition programs

PerkSpot discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

Saint-Gobain CertainTeed Interior Products Group is seeking a hands-on Research Engineer for the Gypsum R&D team. You will independently manage technical projects from concept to commercialization, generating knowledge and translating findings into product and process improvements.

Responsibilities include leading lab and pilot-scale development, plant trials, and technology transfer while mentoring interns and teammates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience or Master’s with thesis in a technical discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication with leadership stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to build relationships across organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab and pilot-scale projects focused on product development and improvements.
• Design and interpret experiments; develop technical recommendations and plans.
• Lead plant trials, prototypes, and scale-up activities with manufacturing and partners.
• Provide technical reports, presentations, and project documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree with thesis in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Saint-Gobain CertainTeed Interior Products Group is seeking a motivated and hands-on Research Engineer to join the Gypsum R&D team. This role advances the development and commercialization of glass mat-faced gypsum products through laboratory research, experimentation, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will independently execute and manage technical projects from concept development through commercialization, generating technical knowledge and translating findings into product, process, and raw material improvements.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? Saint-Gobain CertainTeed Interior Products Group is seeking a motivated and hands-on Research Engineer to join the Gypsum R&D team. This role advances the development and commercialization of glass mat-faced gypsum products through laboratory research, experimentation, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will independently execute and manage technical projects from concept development through commercialization, generating technical knowledge and translating findings into product, process, and raw material improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently execute and lead laboratory and pilot-scale projects focused on product development, product improvement, raw material qualification, and laboratory test development.
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments; develop technical recommendations and project plans to advance product and process innovation.
• Lead plant trials, prototype development, and scale-up activities with manufacturing, suppliers, and external partners.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and technology transfer activities; develop technical reports, presentations, project documentation, and recommendations to support business objectives.
• Promote a strong safety culture through equipment stewardship, training, and 5S activities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to interns, co-ops, technicians, or junior team members as needed.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience, or Master’s Degree with thesis in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Plastics/Polymer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and present technical recommendations to management, business stakeholders, and executive leadership.
• Demonstrated project leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues across organizational levels and functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in product development, manufacturing support, process improvement, raw material qualification, or technology commercialization activities.
• Experience conducting pilot trials, plant trials, or scale-up activities.
• Ability to influence technical decisions through data-driven recommendations, collaboration, and effective communication

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work safely in a laboratory environment and follow all safety procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU

We Provide Unique Options To Fit Your Unique Lives! Our Total Rewards Program Is Customizable To Accommodate Your Needs. Our Menu Of Flexible Options Includes, But Is Not Limited To

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Programs
• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.