research scientist Chandler, AZ
Job description
Summary:
Rogers Corporation is seeking a Senior Development Engineer to join our RF Solutions team. This position will be available at our development hub in Chandler, AZ. The candidate will receive guidance on customer needs from our market segments managers and solve those needs through differentiated solutions. The candidate will be responsible for establishing sound basis for the technical development of these new solutions and their associated manufacturing processes. The candidate will work with engineers and scientists located around the world to develop and commercialize Rogers new offerings to Power, Protect, and Connect the world.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in the planning and execution of medium to large development projects.
- Review technical requirements for products and materials to develop and execute experimental tests for products and manufacturing processes.
- Perform technical troubleshooting on existing processes and products, as required, to advance product development and improve overall performance.
- Solve complex problems using conventional approaches or work with internal resources to develop new/unconventional solutions.
- Deliver reports outlining progress of current and ongoing projects.
- Extensively document processes and material specifications used in the development process.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering or related field. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
- Experience in materials selection, materials processing, and product development for materials driven applications
- Thorough understanding of polymer and/or composite characterization techniques and failure analysis
- 7+ years of experience as a scientist supporting research and development or new product development activities.
- 7+ years of materials science or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, or in support of a manufacturing operation
- Track record of accomplishments in product development and project management
- Ability to work as part of a cross-functional team
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, plan, organize and oversee multiple complex research projects
Preferred Experience:
- Thermoset processing or product technology experience
- Experience with Stage-Gate or Funnel Processes
- Experience working with an IATF 16949:2016 compliant quality system
Who We Are and What We Are All About:
Rogers Corporation makes tomorrow's innovations possible. Help build a cleaner, safer and more connected world with a career at Rogers, where we make tomorrow’s innovations possible. We rely on a talented workforce to develop our cutting edge, market-leading material technologies. Our global team develops innovative specialty materials and components that enable technology in a wide array of high-growth markets. Our customers expect high performance and reliability, so we are always looking for people who can improve processes, get results and represent a best-in-class organization. People are at the heart of all our operations, and we encourage our employees to act with integrity, creativity and excellence to help drive results worldwide.
Why Work for Rogers:
It is our commitment to get “Results, but Results the Right Way.” Rogers offers an exceptional work environment and a value-driven culture modeled by leadership. Employees have access to developmental opportunities as well as top-notch benefits and incentive programs. Come join a winning team!
Rogers Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.
About Rogers Corporation:
At Rogers Corporation (NYSE:ROG), we're changing how the world uses technology. We are a global leader in materials technology and manufacturing, producing engineered materials to power, protect and connect our world. With nearly 200 years of materials science and engineering experience, Rogers delivers high-performance solutions that enable global Advanced Electronics Solutions and Elastomeric Material Solutions, as well as other technologies where reliability is critical. Rogers enables the world’s leading innovators to achieve greater performance, speed to market and reliability through our renowned technical solutions support, problem-solving and application engineering capabilities. Rogers delivers market-leading solutions for energy-efficient motor drives, vehicle electrification and alternative energy, sealing, vibration management, and impact protection in mobile devices, transportation interiors, industrial equipment and performance apparel, wireless infrastructure and automotive safety and radar systems. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona (USA), Rogers operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, China, Germany, Belgium, Hungary and South Korea, with joint ventures and sales offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.rogerscorp.com.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix
About Rogers Corporation
CEO: Colin Gouveia
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: https://www.rogerscorp.com/
Year Founded: 1832
