Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

Demonstrates competency in specific technology areas or applications, using expertise to develop value‑creating solutions for project teams and stakeholders. Manages more than one project assigned by supervision, has the responsibility for the experimental aspects of the project and provides high quality data; recognizes and finds ways to improve the quality of the experimental/work of the team, elivering quality results and solutions to complex problems;

plans, schedules and determines resources to drive results to meet objectives; seeks and implements new ideas to solve problems and make innovative contributions.

• Proactive application of the scientific method or engineering design process and statistics in chosen discipline. Starts to actively coach others in aspects of the methodology.
• Applies and leverages knowledge of innovation materials, substances, process of technical literature. Expanded level of skills in a wide variety of laboratory techniques, instruments, etc. to solve problems.
• Recognizes and defines boundaries and impact within a technology area and market.

• Good understanding of work group and business strategy.
• Proposes MT and Process R&D projects aligned with business goals.
• Creates thorough knowledge and understanding of asset, product and process requirements, competitive environment in context of related business needs.
• Translates technology benefits into new business opportunities.

• Understands that IP is developed and protected through the effective use of confidentiality agreements, patent disclosures, and proper external communication.
• Participates in the development of intellectual property plans as part of a project.
• Documents results of own experimental work, draws conclusions on the findings and proposes next steps.
• Lead author on Research Reports, Invention Disclosures and/or Patent applications.

• Delivers presentations or reports, communicates appropriately to influence audiences.
• Communicates results and impact of projects with a sense of urgency to influence the decision‑making process across organizations, work teams and stakeholders.

• Seeks responsibilities on the team that will influence activities and direction of the team.
• Visibly works to maintain team focus and alignment on achievement of mission and goals.
• Leverages internal network and understanding of technologies or applications to build partnerships for defining and contributing to business objectives and solving problems.
• Persuades/influences others to build project team consensus on critical decisions and supports to develop path forward.

• Serves as a safety resource to the team in a related technical area.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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Salary Ranges: 68400- 85500