Sr Engineer

Canon Solutions America; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Canon Virginia, Inc. in Newport News, VA seeks a Chemical/ Materials Engineer with 8–12 years of R&D or related experience to lead development of new materials and processes.

You will guide interdisciplinary teams, perform experiments, and drive proposals and risk analysis while ensuring quality, cost, and delivery objectives. The role requires strong analytical and project management skills, the ability to present to management and customers, and leadership in a fast-paced manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering with 8–12 years of R&D experience.
• Ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and present to upper management.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating product/process specifications and requirements.
• Perform thorough experiments and evaluations to aid down-selection of concepts.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and identify root causes.
• Prepare proposals with suppliers, pricing, and timelines for customers.
• Lead design reviews and advise on process improvements.
• Oversee projects to meet schedule, regulatory requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Mentor less experienced engineers/scientists and provide guidance on MOIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Are you looking to advance your professional journey with a premier global manufacturing leader? As Canon Virginia evolves into the Regional Technical Headquarters for the Americas, we are pursuing an energetic and focused Chemical/ Material Engineer to join our corporate family. Our pioneering organization is growing at a rapid pace, and we are excited to find the ideal candidate for this role. Within this role, your primary objectives will include supporting new material development by researching and developing new materials, components/assemblies, methods, and/or processes utilizing engineering and scientific principles. Leads interdisciplinary engineering/scientific teams in the development, formulation, design, and build of new materials that meet project objectives for quality, cost and delivery. Leads project and product risk analysis efforts. Generates and advises other team members on intellectual property protection.

The pay range for this position is $96,720 - $121,900 | FLSA: Exempt

Your Impact

• Assist with creating product/process specifications and requirements.
• Performs thorough experiments and evaluations to aid down-selection of concepts to achieve integrated concepts.
• Troubleshoots more complex technical issues.
• Investigates issues, identifies root cause and develops countermeasures to prevent future occurrence.
• Prepares proposals (including recommended suppliers, parts pricing, alternative implementation strategies, and timeline/schedule) for submission to customer. Provides guidance and answer technical questions during proposal meetings.
• Reviews technical reports prepared by less experienced Engineers/Scientists and provide feedback.
• Leads design reviews and offer suggestions and guidance for design/process improvements.
• Oversees various projects ensuring adherence to schedule, regulatory requirements, and meeting customer satisfaction.
• Approves and offers guidance to process/product changes and risk analysis.
• Provides guidance/mentorship to less experienced Engineers/Scientists regarding process/product/ or system.
• Act as subject matter expert in multiple processes and/or products.
• Advise on MOIs.

About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent Engineering degree and 8-12 years’ experience in research and development, product development, medical or related field.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to create and present presentations and/or technical papers to upper management, customers, external scientific publications and/or at conferences.
• Ability to lead in a project team environment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Company Overview

About our Company - Located in Newport News, Virginia, Canon Virginia, Inc. serves as Canon’s only manufacturing, engineering, recycling and technical support center in the Americas region. CVI produces new products using advanced manufacturing methodologies while also serving as a factory service center providing expert customer service in the repair and refurbishment of Canon products. Canon Virginia’s manufacturing services extend to injection mold making and contract manufacturing services. It is the policy of Canon Virginia, Inc. (CVI) to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or physical/mental disability except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy relates to all phases of recruitment, employment, compensation, benefits administration, and participation in company sponsored employee activities. This includes hiring, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, recall, training, and terminations. Employment practices will conform to all federal, state and local laws on non-discrimination.

Workstyle Description

Full-Time On Site - This position requires full-time presence at your assigned office(s)/worksite(s)/territory on your scheduled work days.

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent Engineering degree and 8-12 years’ experience in research and development, product development, medical or related field.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to create and present presentations and/or technical papers to upper management, customers, external scientific publications and/or at conferences.
• Ability to lead in a project team environment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.