ILRubber Materials Engineer - Molding
BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $125k (354 that show pay).
Develop rubber formulations and evaluate materials, running thermal/mechanical testing from concept to production.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Hands-on formulation plus full characterization suite (FTIR, DMA, DSC, TGA) from concept through production.
Might not be for you. Rubber molding focus with global travel up to 10%; posted via staffing agency, so hiring company is unnamed.
Core polymer roleDevelop polymer formulations and evaluate material performance; rubber materials, rubber formulation, and rubber molding; FTIR, DMA, DSC, TGA, tensile testing
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Industry
- General manufacturing
- Role
- R&D / Research
- Relocation
- Offered
Role details
Rubber Materials Engineer
Bethlehem, PA
- Full-Time
About The Role
We're seeking a Rubber Materials Engineer to support the development and commercialization of products utilizing advanced materials, including thermoplastics, thermosets, composites, coatings, and metallic alloys. This role offers the opportunity to work on projects from concept through production, gaining hands-on experience in polymer processing, plastic part design, materials development, testing, and failure analysis.
Relocation assistance is available for this role.
What You'll Do
- Develop and evaluate new products, materials, and components
- Support product design from concept through commercialization and production
- Develop polymer formulations and evaluate material performance
- Coordinate prototyping, testing, validation, and pilot production
- Conduct and interpret thermal, mechanical, and chemical testing, including FTIR, DMA, DSC, TGA, and tensile testing
- Troubleshoot design, material, tolerance, and manufacturing issues
- Participate in supplier selection, tooling, and cost evaluations
- Lead or participate in cross-functional design reviews
- Prepare technical documentation and provide product training
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Marketing, and suppliers
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Materials, Polymer, or Mechanical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience with rubber materials, rubber formulation, and rubber molding
- Knowledge of thermoplastic and thermoset materials, testing, and failure analysis
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Willingness to travel globally up to 10 percent
Nice to Have
- FEA experience with Abaqus or ANSYS
- Moldflow Insight experience
Compensation And Benefits
$120,000 - $150,000 Per Year. Comprehensive benefits include healthcare, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, company-paid disability and life insurance, EAP, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and relocation assistance.
To apply, submit your resume for consideration.
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