Senior Research Technician - ENC

Role details

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Saint Gobain is seeking an experience Senior Research Technician to join our ENC team! The Senior Research Technician provides advanced technical support for the development, characterization, testing, and validation of polymer, composite, and engineered component technologies within the PPS-Engineered Components team. This role partners closely with scientists, engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to execute experimental programs, develop and optimize test methods, maintain laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, and generate high-quality technical data.

The position acts as a subject matter resource for laboratory operations, troubleshooting, and testing methodologies while mentoring junior technicians and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The role contributes directly to product development, process improvement, technology transfer, and customer-driven innovation programs.

Essential duties include:

• Execute laboratory, tribology, mechanical, thermal, and engineered component testing programs; prepare samples, run experiments, collect and analyze data, and support product development projects.
• Design, fabricate, modify, and assemble test fixtures, prototypes, tooling, and experimental hardware using CAD software, machining equipment, and workshop tools.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and improve laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance.
• Analyze data, prepare technical reports, maintain laboratory records, and support documentation of project results and test methods.
• Support prototype fabrication, process development, technology transfer, manufacturing trials, and customer-related technical testing requests.
• Lead laboratory operational excellence activities including safety, preventive maintenance, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring junior technicians.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Education Requirements:

• Associates degree in an engineering, technical, or science related field (or demonstrated equivalent) with 4-7 years’ of experience.
• Hands-on experience in R&D laboratory operations, materials testing, prototype fabrication, machining, CAD design, fixture development, and maintenance/troubleshooting of laboratory and pilot-scale equipment.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or equivalent) for design of fixtures, tooling, and prototype components.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and engineering drawings.
• Experience creating technical drawings, engineering sketches, and fabrication documentation.
• Experience operating manual machine shop equipment including lathe, milling machine, drill press, band saw, and surface grinder.
• Ability to fabricate and modify metal, polymer, and composite test fixtures and prototype components.
• Experience with measurement and inspection tools including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and CMMs preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with additive manufacturing (3D printing) and rapid prototyping techniques preferred.

Physical Work Requirements:

• Pushing, pulling, lifting, and transporting up to 50lbs

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Saint-Gobain Innovation Hub North America is one of Saint-Gobain’s largest industrial research laboratories. The center is home to more than 400 employees working at the leading edge of innovation on multidisciplinary industrial research, preparing the future by designing tomorrow's products and processes across an amazing variety of markets and technical disciplines. Since 1985, Saint-Gobain Innovation Hub North America has been supporting existing businesses, developing future businesses, and nurturing talent.

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $53,500 to $82,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 8% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $57,780 to $89,100. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family *be well* in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

• Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
• Accident Insurance
• Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Volunteer Day
• One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annually

Job Reference: USA15508