Materials Engineer - - 3955

Informations générales

Location: Bayport, MN

Date:

04-aoû-2023

Société:

Andersen Corporation

Posting City: Bayport, MN

Ref #:

3879

Catégorie de poste:

Engineering

Ville de publication:

Bayport

State:

Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine’s 2021 “America’s Best Large Employers” and a “Best Employer for Diversity.” As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.

SUMMARY:

Be a core member of the team that develops and evaluates new or existing thermoplastic technologies for Andersen’s extensive portfolio of products. In this position, you would be responsible to support and lead research and development efforts involving thermoplastic materials and processes. Projects may involve enhancing existing materials and processes, improving quality, reducing cost, reducing waste, stabilizing supply chains, and/or investigating, developing, and commercializing new thermoplastic material and processing technologies. A large component of this role is to be able to apply the scientific method to assess and build confidence in feasible technical solutions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· · Serve as a materials engineer in the Thermoplastics and Extrusion Development (TED) group with a focus on non-reinforced thermoplastic materials (e.g., vinyl) and related processes around extrusion, compounding, and blending

· Lead and manage projects through stage-gate project management process

· Create and execute test plans, along with writing test reports to capture findings from the resulting work

· Use a science-based approach and tools to solve complex technical problems with practical solutions (i.e., Design of Experiments, process mapping, process capability analysis, Pugh matrix, FMEA, MSA, control plans, etc.)

· Understand and be proficient in methodologies for the evaluation and performance of thermoplastic materials

· Proficiently run lab-scale equipment, such as a blender, compounder, and extruder

· Develop technical thermoplastic material selection recommendations for designers and suppliers

· Work independently and collaboratively on most aspects of work, only requiring general direction with occasional work review

· Stay abreast of industry technology developments and explore their use in Andersen products

· Collaborate with cross-functional and other materials teams (sealants, adhesives, glass, wood, composites)

· · Travel as needed within the USA. Up to 20% travel.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

· · B.S. Chemical, Mechanical, Materials Science, or similar Engineering degree with of 5 years’ experience preferred

· Cross-functional project management experience with preference to product and/or material development experience

· Self-motivated with a strong technical curiosity and ability to handle ambiguity

· Excellent oral and written technical communication skills

· Demonstrates strong scientific and data-based approaches to problem solving

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

· Experience in thermoplastic material testing and processing (compounding, extrusion, blending)

· Proficiency in statistical analysis (such as design of experiments) along with statistical software

· Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to be hands on

SALARY INFORMATION:

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. In addition to your pay, Andersen Corporation currently offers benefits such as comprehensive health benefits, 401k contribution, paid time off, 8 paid standard holidays, plus 2 floating holidays, a robust employee Wellbeing program, as well as profit sharing (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Health Savings Account contributions
Paid holidays plus PTO
401(k) plan & contributions
Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
Charity contributions
Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects

** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners

In 2023, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ville de publication:

Bayport, MN