Research Engineer, Professional II

Zebra-Technologies; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual incentive program

Comprehensive benefits and wellness

Job summary

Zebra Technologies seeks a skilled researcher to drive innovation in an on-site R&D laboratory in Lincolnshire, IL. You will design and execute bench-scale experiments, analyze materials properties, and interpret complex data to accelerate product development.

Led by a multidisciplinary team, you will maintain advanced lab equipment, document results, and present actionable insights for next steps. A strong background in materials science or chemistry is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field with lab experience.
• Hands-on bench-scale experimentation and wet chemistry formulation.
• Experience operating, calibrating, and maintaining analytical lab instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare, and execute bench-scale experiments and material trials.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain analytical lab instrumentation.
• Analyze data and present findings to stakeholders.
• Contribute to experiments and formulations to support project needs.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation experience

Hands-on lab R&D

Bench-scale experiments

Data analysis & interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Material Science/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry

Master’s degree in Material Science/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry

Tools

Advanced analytical laboratory equipment

Job description

Overview:At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.Come make an impact every day at Zebra.What We're Looking For:Drive Invention and Innovation. Deliver and shape differentiated offerings for company’s Priority markets. Develop new technologies and platforms and translate into new strategic growth opportunities. Highlight promising ways to reposition the business through disruptive breakthroughs.This role requires the incumbent to be working on-site at our corporate office located at Lincolnshire, IL.Contribute to scoping experiments to demonstrate idea feasibility and provide rationale for next stepsDesign, prepare, and execute hands-on experiments, material trials, and wet chemistry formulations within the R&D laboratory environment to drive innovation, demonstrate feasibility and accelerate product development pipelinesEvaluate and characterize the physical, chemical, electronic, and function properties of materials by designing and conducting analysis and testing in lab environmentsSet up and configure analytical test equipment. Recommend any additional equipment or capability required for job execution.Operate, calibrate, and maintain advanced analytical laboratory instrumentationAnalyze and interpret complex data, document and record results.Effectively communicate and present findings and actionable insights to stakeholders as neededContribute to appropriate experimentation and formulations development, trials, testing and characterization requirements, analyses, and other tasks to support project needs. Provide rationale for next stepsContribute appropriate R&D experimental design, trials, testing, recommendations to support other BU stakeholders and contribute to overall business improvements and growthContribute to experimental and theorical work necessary to support invention disclosure submissions and patent filingsMaintain an organized and tidy workspace to promote efficiency and a safe environment. Recommend any additional equipment or capability required for job execution. Embrace a diverse and inclusive cultureMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Material Science/ Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry with 5+ years of experience or Master’s Degree in Material Science/ Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry with no experience.Experience in Operating, calibrating, and maintaining advanced analytical laboratory instrumentation.Hands-On Lab R&D: Design, prepare, and physically execute bench-scale experiments, material trials, and chemical formulations to prove feasibility and accelerate product development.Experience in designing, preparing, and executing hands-on experiments, material trials, and wet chemistry formulations within the R&D laboratory environment to drive innovation and new product development.Equal Opportunity Employer:Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail] Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfConozca sus Derechos:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdfWe will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [e-mail] .Pay Range:$86,080.00 - $129,120.00 AnnualIncentive Compensation:In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.Zebra Total Rewards:Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.Benefits:We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.Job Posting Statement:To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.AI Technology Statement:Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy .