Research Development Process Engineer

The R&D Process Engineer is responsible for leading development of new technologies from a fundamental science approach that delivers greater manufacturing productivity and product quality with capital-efficient operations.

R&D Process Engineer Responsibilities:

Expand core understanding of centrifugal fiberizing processes

Apply this knowledge to develop fiberizing systems that significantly enhance manufacturing efficiency and/or product quality

Enhance fundamental knowledge of fiber collection and the formation of pack structures

Use this insight to design collection systems that improve weight distribution and pack structure, resulting in better thermal and mechanical performance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to quickly prototype new ideas

Design and execute experiments to validate innovative concepts

Lead the progression of new concepts through to full-scale plant implementation

Utilize external partnerships to strengthen capabilities and accelerate innovation

Maintain comprehensive and detailed technical documentation

R&D Process Engineer Qualifications:

Master or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in thermal/ fluid flow sciences

5 years of industrial R&D experience

Experience with commercial CAD, CFD codes, and FEA codes

Experience with the design and testing of high-temperature systems that challenge material selection

Experience with the design and testing of high-speed rotating systems