Senior Engineer- Product DevelopmentChicago, Illinois, United StatesAbout The Job Senior Engineer- Product DevelopmentOur client is seeking a Senior Engineer to grow within the new product development group. The primary focus of this team member will be designing/developing new products while simultaneously identifying and qualifying new materials. The goal of both the team member as well as our client is to quickly prepare the selected Senior Engineer for growth into the title of Manager-Materials Development.ResponsibilitiesCommunicate with engineers, executives, and customers to explain decisions, propose actions and understand needsPrepare project plans which include test protocols to verify target performance and generate reports to support further workPartner with suppliers to meet objectives and develop both their skill and oursStay abreast of new developments in the field, through trade contacts, industry meetings and academic researchTrain and mentor junior colleagues, both engineers and technologists to develop their expertise and achieve project objectives.Oversee the work of junior engineers and technologists to ensure timely delivery of high-quality resultsWork in a multidisciplinary team to optimize the product outcomeRequirementsDemonstrated understanding of how material selection, design, and processing are part of the whole and not separate disciplinesExpert knowledge in one or more of the following areas: fiber reinforced composites; elastomer formulation and processing (especially silicone and EPDM rubbers); epoxy formulation and pressure-gel processing.
Experience of applying nanotechnology for enhancement of polymer properties is a plus.Willingness and aptitude to expand technical expertise in those areas where knowledge gaps exist.Knowledge of environmental testing procedures (e.g. UV, flame retardance) and how to select material systems to achieve targets for environmental resistance15+ years' experience, including 3+ years in which they acted in a lead or supervisory capacity (not necessarily formal line responsibility)