Technology Development Engineer

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The Technology Development Engineer is responsible for the development, commercialization, and technical support of polypropylene (PP) compounded resins for automotive applications. This role provides end‑to‑end (“cradle‑to‑grave”) ownership of PP compound products, from initial design through OEM approval, launch, and ongoing customer support. #LI-LL2 A Day in the Life

This person will have full lifecycle responsibility for PP compounded resins used in automotive applications. There will be a strong emphasis on problem solving, technical ownership, communication, and responsiveness. Ability to translate fundamental polymer science and mechanics into practical solutions for material, processing, or application issues. Frequent interaction with manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and OEMs.

Lead development of new polypropylene compounds for automotive applications, from concept through commercialization  Support compound scale up, manufacturing readiness, quality planning, and OEM approval processes  Provide technical support for existing commercial PP compound products  Serve as center of excellence for a defined set of raw materials and suppliers

Collaborate with suppliers to expand material capabilities Develop and communicate best practice technologies within the technology team

Act as technical focal point for customers and OEMs, representing products and company capabilities  Investigate and resolve customer and field issues related to material performance or processing  Ensure full compliance with HSE and safety requirements

You Bring This Value

Bachelor’s degree required in Polymer Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field Master’s or PhD preferred

Preferred: 3+ years of experience in polymer or polymer compound development and/or technical support Experience in the automotive market is preferred, including basic familiarity with OEM approval processes and/or automotive quality systems

Polymer blending and/or compounding processes Polymer characterization techniques and interpretation of experimental data Injection molding of thermoplastics Working knowledge of:

Polymer additives Polymer reinforcements Impact modification technologies

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools What We Offer

Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage           Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program            401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%              Retirement (Pension) Plan           Flexible Spending Accounts Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Vacation and Holidays Educational Assistance Competencies

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