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Application Development Engineer (Plastics/Polymers) iCIMS
Location:
King Of Prussia, PA
Description:
Application Development Engineer (Plastics/Polymers) iCIMS Job ID 2023-2831 # of Openings 1 Job Family Research and Development Overview Career at TrinseoTrinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation. A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value. As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day. Overview (Scope Of Role)Based at Trinseo/Altuglas LLC's R&D facility in King of Prussia, PA, the R&D Application Development Engineer - Plastics/Polymers supports key development projects in the PMMA resins product line. Primary focus is supporting application and product development activities in lighting, medical, and consumer electronics/optical markets.This is a hybrid position that will require 4-5 days in the King of Prussia, PA R&D facility per week with some weeks having additional flexibility depending on team needs.This role will require 10-20% travel for customer visits and trials. Responsibilities Essential FunctionsApplication and Product Development (60%)Develop new testing capability or equipment capability as needed to support new product and application development for PMMA injection molded products.Conduct trials, develop process parameters, complete characterization, data analysis and prepare reports/presentations to support new developments for key projects, or programs. Able to interpret data and articulate results within work group as well as draw conclusions to help steer experimental planning.Coordinate with analytical sciences team to complete testing and summarize results.Generates and documents results to support product registration, technical literature, research direction, and patent applications.Stays up to date on developments in key markets of interest (lighting, optical, medical, and consumer electronics), relevant processes, equipment, software, product design.Maintain close partnership with internal (commercial and new business development teams) and external stakeholders to accelerate new product/application development effortsRepresent Trinseo/Altuglas in strategic customer meeting (including global accounts, key validation partners), conferences, tradeshows, and industry trade organizations.Process Expertise (20%)Develop new processing and testing expertise to support our new developments in lighting, medical, and consumer electronics/optical markets.Operate all equipment and conduct experiments safely and with proper precautions involved.Ensures laboratory is maintained in good working order. Has responsibility for operation, training, and maintenance on specific equipment.Actively participates in Trinseo's safety programs and leads relevant safety initiatives as required.Technical Service (20%)Provide technical support to NA customers by responding to customer inquiries on products and literature in a timely and professional manner.Provide technical support at customer trials, which includes setting up equipment, conducting trials, and troubleshooting polymer processing issues.Assist in customer training on Altuglas PMMA technology and market communication efforts. Qualifications QualificationsBachelors Degree in related field (Chemical Engineering, Polymer Sciences, etc)5+ years of industrial experience on new product/application development in polymersPolymer "melt" processing (especially injection molding and extrusion) experience requiredProduct/application development leadership experience requiredProject management experience required; project management of developmental materials experience preferredAcrylic/PMMA materials and background in optical materials is strongly preferredOpitcal, lighting, consumer electronics, and medical markets experience is preferred.Experience and/or training in polymer characterization, testing, and melt processing.Proficiency with PC software applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, experimental design software).Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment.Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).Trinseo's Core ValuesRESPONSIBLE CARERESPECT AND INTEGRITYACCOUNTABILITY AND VALUE CREATIONINNOVATIONCOMMITMENT TO CUSTOMERSPACE behaviors: Transforming Trinseo's Future Through CultureProactive: can do + risk takingAccountable: own it + persistenceAgile: efficient + adaptiveCollaborative: shared intent + value diversityEngaged: passionate + resilientDiversity And InclusionWith our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.We take ongoing action to improve the diversity of our workforce by:Ensuring leadership involvement and ownershipAttracting and retaining diverse talent at all levelsFostering a globally aware, inclusive cultureEnsuring our practices are fair and non-discriminatory
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Trinseo
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January 2 on WhatJobs
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