Project Engineer Materials Technology

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

VICTAULIC

Project Engineer Materials Technology

Materials Technology Corporate Engineering Victaulic Global Headquarters Easton PA

Full-Time Corporate Engineering Materials Technology Dept.

This position is onsite at our Global Headquarters in Easton PA.

*Relocation assistance is offered for this position.

*Immigration sponsorship is not provided for this position.

ABOUT VICTAULIC

Victaulic headquartered in Easton Pennsylvania is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers site owners and contractors. Since 1919 our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks ensuring projects are completed safely on time and within budget. With over 6000 employees spanning 50 locations worldwide our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions made from high quality graded scrap steel promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries supporting some of the worlds most critical and prestigious structures.

Our Materials Technology team within Corporate Engineering is responsible for the development and commercialization of products that leverage advanced materials thermosets coatings composites thermoplastics and metallic alloys for Victaulic and its subsidiaries.

AN INDUSTRY LEADER WITH A HEART AS BIG AS ITS AMBITION AND INNOVATION

At Victaulic were committed to constructing a better world for and with our people. Lets Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:

We build from within.

We stand behind our people.

We foster an environment for constant learning.

We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE

Were looking for a Project Engineer Materials Technology to join our Corporate Engineering team in Easton this role youll drive the development and commercialization of products that leverage advanced materials thermosets coatings composites thermoplastics and metallic alloys across our product lines. Youll gain hands-on experience in plastic part product design polymer processing and instrumental analysis of chemicals and polymers (FTIR DMA DSC TGA Tensile and more) while leading multi-departmental teams from detailed design through commercialization.

WHAT YOULL BUILD & OWN

Lead concept generation and develop specific design ideas to satisfy product concepts

Model concepts through drawings and/or hardware and present and communicate ideas clearly to stakeholders

Partner with Marketing and Sales to refine concepts to meet customer requirements

Estimate initial design costs and prepare project and/or procurement authorizations

Formulate new polymers that meet customer specifications

Participate in supplier selection in-house or outsourced

Oversee prototyping and testing against requirements including thermal mechanical and chemical analysis

Solve design problems and resolve tolerance issues

Scrutinize and review detailed cost estimates

Lead design reviews to confirm customer and performance requirements are met

Participate in tooling selection and approve tooling based on sample results

Support evaluation of pilot production runs and resolve production issues

Prepare and approve technical literature and train teams on new products

WHAT YOU BRING

BS in Chemical Materials or Polymer Engineering (MS a plus)

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with experience in rubber/elastomers or plastics/polymers will also be considered

25 years of experience in material selection testing and validation preferred

Knowledge of polymeric material testing and failure analysis

Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve technical issues

Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills

Strong computer skills in standard MS Office products (Word Excel PowerPoint Project)

Able to travel globally as required up to 20%

WHAT SETS YOU APART

Coating materials selection and testing knowledge

Thermoplastic and thermoset materials knowledge from commodity grades to complex engineering grades

Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for part optimization with polymer-based products and materials; Abaqus or Ansys preferred

Experience running analysis with Mold Flow Insight

WHAT WE OFFER

Build A Better Career

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives

Career development programs and internal promotion pathwayswe build from within

Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Build A Better Future

Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match

Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

Build A Better You

Paid time off holidays and flexible work arrangements where applicable

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources

Adoption assistance

Relocation assistance for candidates relocating for this role

Inclusive team-oriented culture where people look out for one another

Build A Better World

Join a company whose products contribute to a safer more sustainable built environment every day.

COMPENSATION

The base salary range for this position will be determined based on experience qualifications skills and geographic location. This role is also eligible for the full benefits package described above.

IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP

Victaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B TN or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race gender color religion national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation genetic data or other legally protected status. (Background checks may be required as part of our pre-employment process.)

VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICY

All staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulics Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership cancellation of the current contract and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.

Lets Build a Better World Together.

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