Senior R&D Materials Engineer – Polymer Formulations

Prysmian; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group is seeking a Senior R&D Materials Engineer for the Taunton, MA site. You will lead specialty compound development and formulation in an industrial setting, acting as the site materials SME and translating lab work into production-ready compounds that enhance our cable products.

The role requires a hands-on engineer with 3+ years in polymer compound development, strong knowledge of CSPE, CPE, Neoprene and flame-retardant systems, and the ability to drive projects from bench to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on polymer compound development and processing experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with specialty rubber and plastic formulations (e.g., CSPE, CPE, Neoprene, flame-retardant systems).
• Strong understanding of structure–property relationships in polymer blends and how formulation impacts performance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate results effectively across levels and functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead compound development projects from bench scale through commercialization, applying structured experimental design to develop and optimize polymer formulations.
• Formulate with specialty rubbers and plastics (e.g., CSPE, CPE, Neoprene, flame-retardant systems) to achieve targeted performance, cost, and sustainability outcomes.
• Support production-scale trials and prototype processing in Prysmian manufacturing facilities; coordinate Technical Service Requests and lab work to meet project timelines.
• Develop and maintain compound specifications, raw material codes, and quality test programs to ensure robust and repeatable compound performance.
• Investigate new polymers, additives, and technologies from suppliers and identify opportunities for cost reduction, performance improvement, and reduced carbon footprint.
• Prepare clear technical reports and maintain databases/records on compound changes, modifications, and performance.
• Act as the on-site materials SME, partnering with cross-functional teams and making recommendations that improve compounds, processes, and products.

Skills

Polymer compound development

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Structure-property relationships

Formulation optimization

Hands-on polymer formulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

MS/PhD preferred

Job description

Prysmian Group is seeking a Senior R&D Materials Engineer for the Taunton, MA site. You will lead specialty compound development and formulation in an industrial setting, acting as the site materials SME and translating lab work into production-ready compounds that enhance our cable products.

The role requires a hands-on engineer with 3+ years in polymer compound development, strong knowledge of CSPE, CPE, Neoprene and flame-retardant systems, and the ability to drive projects from bench to