With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Research Engineer/Composites and Processes in our Early Career Program for our Casa Grande, AZ, USA location. The Hexcel Early Career Program is a two-year rotational program that will partner you with exceptional professionals in the industry as you engage in complex and critical projects.  The program recruits college graduates who demonstrate leadership ability and academic excellence.  During this two-year program, participants will have two diverse assignments lasting 12 months each.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

Works with internal customers (Sales, Operations, other R&T areas) as well with external customers, to develop new products and processes.Conducts engineering tests and/or scientific experiments (including Designs of Experiments) exercising independent judgment within the limits of delegation utilizing established engineering and research techniques.  Compiles and evaluates essential design and test data, prepares technical specification, analyzes technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for recommended product, process or material specifications.  Analyzes, develops, and recommends design approaches required to meet proposed production requirements for new or improved products and processes. Reviews and approves related inputs such as drawings and specifications prepared by technical support personnel.  Coordinates with engineering support or production sections to arrange for the performance of experimental runs or for the construction of experimental models, prototype equipment, and special test equipment. 

Qualifications:

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field.  Preferred Engineering Degrees: Chemical, Civil, Material Science, or Mechanical Minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleCandidates must have less than 3 years of work experience (excluding intern & co-op experience)Must be willing and able to relocate, travel domestically and internationally.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work effectively both independently and as a team member.

Eligible candidates must be a:  U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.