R&D Engineer I

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, assists in conducting engineering experiments on new materials, products, processes and/or procedures.
• Participates in projects to optimize and improve existing materials, products, processes and/or procedures.
• Assists with project plan development, execution and reporting activities to support CoorsTek project management activities.
• Assists with documenting work instructions and procedures.
• Operates process and test equipment per existing procedures.
• Exercises hands-on responsibility for assigned processing and/or analytical equipment.
• Works collaboratively under the guidance of more senior engineers with the Operations and Commercial sectors of the company.
• Participates in the company’s safety culture and continuous improvement efforts.
• Undertakes training to develop skills.

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, or related Physical Science or
• Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience.

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Sound basic knowledge of mathematics, statistics and engineering science.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented person necessary.
• Team player.
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Prior experience with carbide, borides, and/or nitrides preferred.

Position Specific Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a DOW security clearance.

Position Specific Physical Requirements:

• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment in designated areas.
• Must be able to lift 50lb.

Target Hiring Range

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!