R&D Engineer IV

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Designs and coordinates the execution of engineering experiments on new materials, products, processes and/or procedures.
• Leads projects to optimize and improve existing materials, products, processes and/or procedures.
• Directs project plan development, execution and reporting activities for multiple projects to support CoorsTek project management activities.
• Devises complex research methods and approves release of documented results and procedures.
• Works collaboratively with the Operations and Commercial sectors of the company, being responsible for guidance on important issues in his or her areas of expertise.
• Recommends new or upgrades to existing process and test equipment and conducts commissioning activities.
• Promotes the company’s safety culture and initiates continuous improvement efforts.
• Directs the efforts of technicians.
• Mentors early-career technical staff.
• Independently coordinates pilot-plant or initial production runs on new products or processes.

Position Specific Physical Requirements:

Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Expert knowledge of ceramic materials and processing Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Organized, detail-oriented person necessary. Team player. Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds.

Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, or related Physical Science or Engineering, and at least seven years relevant experience Or: Master’s degree in Materials Science, or related Physical Science or Engineering, with five years of relevant experience Or: PhD degree in Materials Science, or related Physical Science or Engineering, with three years of relevant experience

Target Hiring Range

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!