Job Open - Development Engineer

Job Title: Development Engineer
Location: Franklin, KY
Salary: 80k to 85k + bonus
Education: BS Engineering (preferred) or related

RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow established Design Control procedures for the development of new products and product variances.

Design experiments, execute trials, develop and interpret data and perform application testing developing new products to meet customer and market demands.

Run trials on the pilot and production lines using solvent, emulsion, hot melt, and rubber-based pressure sensitive adhesives and coatings.

Implement product development projects consistent with corporate objectives; assure that project objectives are met and completed on schedule.

Source, analyze and utilize new raw materials for product innovation and cost reductions.

Identify equipment and processing issues that affect processing, quality, and performance while working with cross-functional teams on problem resolution and implementation.

Preparation of finished good tape samples, operation, and understanding of various test equipment/methods, including application testing and data analysis for evaluation and presentation of new tape designs.

Implement technical documentation packages, including raw material specifications, product specifications, stability, and general technical data to support the introduction of new products.

Knowledge of ASTM standards and PSTC methods to support product testing when required.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Product Development Manager.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

BS Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry or related experience

Three plus years of experience in pressure sensitive adhesive tape, adhesive or release liner design, and manufacturing

Competence in the basic understanding of process control equipment and the interrelations of processing conditions versus final product performance

Competence in FTIR, DSC, peel adhesion, tack and shear testing, and other analytical techniques

Entrepreneurial and continuous innovation mindset



For Employers For Job Seekers Job Openings Submit Resume Contact		Job Open - Development Engineer Job Title: Development Engineer Location: Franklin, KY Salary: 80k to 85k + bonus Education: BS Engineering (preferred) or related RESPONSIBILITIES Follow established Design Control procedures for the development of new products and product variances. Design experiments, execute trials, develop and interpret data and perform application testing developing new products to meet customer and market demands. Run trials on the pilot and production lines using solvent, emulsion, hot melt, and rubber-based pressure sensitive adhesives and coatings. Implement product development projects consistent with corporate objectives; assure that project objectives are met and completed on schedule. Source, analyze and utilize new raw materials for product innovation and cost reductions. Identify equipment and processing issues that affect processing, quality, and performance while working with cross-functional teams on problem resolution and implementation. Preparation of finished good tape samples, operation, and understanding of various test equipment/methods, including application testing and data analysis for evaluation and presentation of new tape designs. Implement technical documentation packages, including raw material specifications, product specifications, stability, and general technical data to support the introduction of new products. Knowledge of ASTM standards and PSTC methods to support product testing when required. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Product Development Manager. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: BS Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry or related experience Three plus years of experience in pressure sensitive adhesive tape, adhesive or release liner design, and manufacturing Competence in the basic understanding of process control equipment and the interrelations of processing conditions versus final product performance Competence in FTIR, DSC, peel adhesion, tack and shear testing, and other analytical techniques Entrepreneurial and continuous innovation mindset