The Product Development Engineer is responsible for the formulation and development of engineered thermoplastic compounds. This is a hands-on position that requires a significant amount of formulation, process, and lab work, as well as day to day interaction with customers, material, and equipment vendors, other RTP Development Engineers, Technicians, Sales Engineers, Customer Service Representatives, and Market and Product Managers. The overall responsibilities of this position will vary in accordance with which area of product specialty the Product Development Engineer is assigned.

**Not eligible for work sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Plan experimental work (using formal experimental design techniques when appropriate) and schedule, execute, and report results of that work
• Author and maintain data sheets and formulation specifications
• Field and respond to telephone calls and e-mails from customers, Sales Engineers, and Application Development Engineers
• Provide problem solving and troubleshooting support to customers and co-workers
• Participate in technical reviews, presentations, and process trials at customer facilities
• Stay informed of developing technologies and intellectual property relating to engineered thermoplastic compounds
• Consult with co-workers and other experts within the industry to facilitate RTPs’ ability to provide our customers with the best total solution for their application
• Provide application development support to RTP Company’s Sales Force and customers
• Evaluate and approve new raw materials
• Train and teach other Engineers and Technicians
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned, or apparent.