What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research And Development Engineer position at Globe Composite Solutions, LLC?
SUMMARY :
Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering, the R&D Engineer is responsible for the coordination and completion of projects leading to new product development and new chemical processes / methods to improve company market share or production efficiencies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Performs inspections and sets testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.
- Researches new material types that align with GCS core competencies and maintain a competitive edge in core industries.
- Acts as a technical resource to recommend existing GCS materials or develop new materials to meet current / prospective customer needs.
- Works in cross-functional teams to perform root cause analysis for production issues.
- Recommends / performs engineering trials to improve current processes or create new ones.
- Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for material handling / hazard protocols.
- Generates material technical data sheets for internal and external use.
- Executes material testing and analyzes test results.
- Participates in continuous improvement projects.
- Supports the introduction, application, and continued use of Statistical Process Controls (SPC) for Manufacturing.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Majority of work is performed in a typical office or laboratory environment with no major sources of discomfort. Essentially a normal controlled working environment with noise levels within acceptable safety limits and acceptable lighting and temperature conditions.
WORK AUTHORIZATION / SECURITY CLEARANCE :
U.S. Government Security Clearance at the appropriate level
To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information restrictions, applicant must be a U.S citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
GLOBE COMPOSITE SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER THAT VALUES THE STRENGTH DIVERSITY BRINGS TO THE WORKPLACE. APPLICANTS ARE CONSIDERED ON THE BASIS OF SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION CREED, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, MARITAL STATUS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS, MEDICAL CONDITION, GENETIC INFORMATION OR CHARACTERISTICS, GENDER AND GENDER IDENTITY, OR ANY OTHER LEGALLY PROTECTED STATUS, AND FOR INQUIRING ABOUT, DISCUSSING OR DISCLOSING COMPENSATION.
