Materials Science Engineer II (MATER006658)

With continual growth comes opportunity and Kahr Bearing has an immediate opening for a Materials Science Engineer II.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Materials Science Engineer II to independently lead moderately complex materials and manufacturing-engineering activities supporting composite liner production and coating operations. The engineer owns assigned material and process projects from technical definition through evaluation risk assessment implementation validation and documentation. This role applies materials science chemical engineering mechanical principles and manufacturing knowledge to select and qualify materials resolve production problems improve product performance and establish reliable and cost-effective processes. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong materials expertise independent judgment cross-functional leadership disciplined risk management and the ability to mentor developing personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development qualification implementation and continuous improvement of composite materials coating systems and related manufacturing technologies.
• Establish material and process requirements based on performance manufacturability quality safety and operational objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend material systems including composites polymers coatings adhesives and related technologies.
• Develop and execute material characterization plans engineering tests manufacturing trials and qualification programs.
• Analyze technical data to assess material performance process capability failure modes and improvement opportunities.
• Lead material and process improvement projects from technical definition through implementation validation and closure.
• Develop project plans schedules technical requirements risk assessments and resource estimates for assigned projects.
• Lead investigations of material failures manufacturing defects process escapes and equipment-related issues using structured problem-solving and risk-assessment methodologies.
• Develop and approve material specifications process documentation qualification plans technical reports and engineering standards within delegated authority.
• Lead qualification of new materials suppliers equipment tooling and manufacturing processes including source changes and obsolescence activities.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to technicians trainees and Engineer I personnel.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve technical quality safety cost and operational objectives while maintaining compliance with quality-system requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in engineering curriculum with 2 years prior relevant engineering experience.
• Engineering experience in composites coatings polymers materials chemical processing manufacturing or a related technical field.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Materials Science Chemical Engineering Polymer Engineering Composites Engineering Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Two or more years of relevant engineering experience in composites coatings polymers materials chemical processing manufacturing engineering or an equivalent technical field.
• Advanced working knowledge of composite processing polymer chemistry coating technology adhesion surface preparation rheology cure behavior and degradation mechanisms.
• Demonstrated experience independently developing or improving materials systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience planning and executing material evaluations manufacturing trials process qualifications validation activities or failure investigations.
• Ability to apply statistics process capability methods reliability methods or design of experiments to technical problems.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical projects and providing guidance to technicians or less-experienced engineers.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings material requirements specifications and GD&T requirements.
• Experience with mechanical testing microscopy spectroscopy thermal analysis rheology environmental conditioning or other characterization methods.
• Experience with FEA Mathcad or equivalent calculations 3D CAD ASME Y14.5 GD&T tooling fixtures equipment controls and automation.
• Experience supporting capital-equipment planning technical justification acquisition installation acceptance supplier qualification or material obsolescence.
• Demonstrated ability to balance design intent material performance manufacturing capability safety cost quality and schedule.

RBC Bearings Incorporated(NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings components and essential systems for the industrial defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919 the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015 RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920 Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft rotorcraft submarines and land based vehicles.

At Sargent our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargents continuing investment in people assets technology and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the companys commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity Respects & Values People Customer Focus Teamwork Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves

• Integrity- We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical honest in all interactions delivers good news and bad and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities: is fair credible confidential fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People- We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity recognizes and supports the accomplishments talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities: is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus- We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time every time. Key Skills & Abilities: is responsive with strong customer service skills product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork- We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive engaged and collaborative sharing information ideas and experiences to accomplish goals improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities: is a dependable team player demonstrated through attendance and punctuality works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus- We focus on the outcome not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities: is adaptable works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement- We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities: is innovative and has a problem solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

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Required Experience:

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