Description

Develop and help successfully launch new wet friction materials for Carlisle’s extensive customer base. 

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• The emphasis of this position is the development of new products and processes rather than basic research. An orientation towards working within a structured product design process is important.

• The individual would be responsible for the development of new products and new processes as well as the evaluation of current products or process to meet customer requirements. 

• Responsibilities include assisting manufacturing facilities with the implementation of new products or processes and providing technical assistance to Sales Managers and Product Managers.

• The individual will also work with customer engineering departments on technical data and the application of new or revised products.

• Develop friction materials in transmission and brakes for off highway (mining, construction, agriculture) and industrial applications. This will include supervising and some pilot/fabricating of test materials manufactured in plant environments.

• Have the ability to use concepts and tools of Six Sigma as a means to develop materials to meet customer requirements. These can include Design of Experiments (DOE), DFMEA, and the ability to understand a QFD (Quality Functional Deployment) to establish customer critical requirements.

• Interfaces with sales personnel in customer visits when necessary. Object is to understand conditions under which the manufactured parts must operate in the longer term.

• Interfaces with production engineering to introduce and further develop new materials.

• Assist production when difficulties occur in manufacturing parts in the engineer’s product area.

• Interfaces with test engineers to develop new test methods and procedures as well as communicating how test data is analyzed and presented.

• Assist quality control when necessary.

• Assist with the creation and maintenance of ISO/QS documentation and control systems.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Competencies

• Must be an excellent communicator, facilitator and coach to technicians, as well as possess strong analytical abilities. 

• Must be amenable to using proper documentation for test requests, test results and project documentation. 

• Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge in all disciplines of world-class research and development techniques. 

• Must have strong analytical skills, along with a working knowledge of dynamometers, test equipment and computers. 

• A team approach to problem solving is important. 

• Individual must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or in a cross-functional work team environment.

Requirements

•Minimum of a Bachelors Degree, in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Paper Science, Physics, Composite Materials & Structures, or Chemical Engineering. Masters or Advanced Technical Degree in these fields preferred, but not required.

Experience and/or Training:

•Minimum of 2 years’ experience in materials science, manufacturing, process development, product development or formulation.

•Position requires a theoretical knowledge of materials science, and background in analytical techniques relating to the use of such materials. Analytical evaluation typically includes DSC, TGA, FTIR, GC Mass spectroscopy, elemental and phase identification, particle size, optical and electron microscopy, particle sizing and compound identification. 

•Experience with the use of these materials in friction applications such as brakes, clutches and drive trains is a plus. 

•Some experience with resins, organic fibers/pulps, solid lubricants, adhesives and other material systems is helpful.

•Familiarity with paper and elastomeric material processing and fabrication is preferred.

•Practical experience with the use of Six Sigma techniques is desirable but not essential as formal on-site training is available and encouraged.

•A history of successful commercialization of wet friction materials is preferred.

Travel Requirements:

•Minimal up to 25%

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Working Environment

Only those present in a normal office setting, no known significant hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional trips to manufacturing areas will be required, and occasional travel for company business is also required.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation describes and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that may be inherent in the occupation. 

Benefits:

· Comprehensive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.

· Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.

· Company provided Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short-Term Disability.

· Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long-Term Disability.

· 401(k) with matching contribution that is fully vested from day one.

· Generous amount of PTO, plus 14 paid Holidays.

· Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity.

· $250 in Lifestyle Reimbursement Account upon completion of annual physical.

· Wellness program with monthly themes, quarterly challenges, onsite flu shot clinics and biometric screenings.

· Clean and safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to foster an inclusive and diverse workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment and employment process for everyone.