Research & Development; R&D Engineer – Advanced Materials Technology

Research & Development (R&D) Engineer – Advanced Materials Technology

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Position:
Compound/Materials/Rubber Development Professional

Location:

Lincoln, Rhode Island or Willimantic, Connecticut

Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Spanning 50 countries, 112 plants, 25 research and development centers, and employing over 30,000 associates, we have a strategic footprint that allows us to service emerging markets and communities across the globe with ease. Prysmian Group is presently on a full integration path with General Cable. This growth is only the beginning.

We are presently looking for top talent to join our team during this exciting time.

• Conduct fundamental or applied research to improve or to generate new products, components, materials, or applications.
• Plan, design, and conduct research projects according to established scientific methods, principles, and theories in order to solve problems, improve or generate new products, components, equipment, and processes.
• Develop/Formulate new polymer/rubber compounds and/or modify the existing materials to improve product functionality.
• Activities may include devising research methods; setting up laboratory test equipment; building models and prototypes; calculating and analyzing test results and preparing detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions.
• Estimate the costs, resources, and time required to conduct a research project and monitor performance to ensure these targets are met.
• Prepare calculations, specifications, and other technical documentation so that prototype designs can be manufactured and assembled.
• Develop and maintain technical expertise on advances and innovations in research and science.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Polymeric Materials, Chemistry, Plastics Technology or Engineering.
• At least 3 years of Material/Product Development Engineering or combination with Design Engineering.
• Passion for supporting products that are cost effective and conducive to business success.
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams.

• "Hands‑on" and be able to support laboratory, pilot, and production trials.
• 3–7 years of Material/Product Development Engineering or combination with Design Engineering.

• Works out of a normal office environment with standard office equipment available.
• Will be required to sit, bend, kneel, squat, use keyboard, read, write, and speak fluently.
• Employee will regularly be required to lift and carry objects of 10–25 pounds as needed.
• Employee will occasionally be required to lift and carry objects of 25–30 pounds as needed.
• Employee will be required to work productively and cooperatively in a high‑volume, fast paced, highly pressured environment and be able to respond efficiently and courteously to unanticipated problems and crisis.
• This role is not typically exposed to adverse environmental conditions, except excessive eye strain and possible lifting injuries.
• When travel is necessary, will be exposed to typical travel environment and surroundings.

Prysmian Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.

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