The Competency Research Lab within Saint-Gobain Research North America, Northborough, MA is seeking a Research Engineer to join their Materials Characterization team.

The Research Engineer will focus primarily on molecular spectroscopy: Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Raman spectroscopy applied to the analysis of a wide variety of materials including polymers, ceramics, adhesives, films, fabrics, building materials, abrasives, and more. Additionally, this new team member will oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of test results, as well as the development and validation of new methods and advanced techniques that provide a high degree of customized problem-solving to address critical technical questions and performance observations.

As a member of Saint-Gobain Research North America CRL Materials Characterization Team, Research Engineer will be responsible for:

Providing multidimensional support to research and manufacturing activities using expertise in materials analysis/characterization. Complex problem solving and leading project work as a part of a cross-functional team. Competency development for materials characterization. Responsible for all aspects of laboratory operation including safety, sample backlog, report approvals, customer interaction, instrumentation maintenance and repair, proposal, and implementation of new Capex. Staying abreast of new advancements in techniques and equipment; Identify and evaluate new technologies and methods for analytical testing and characterization and lead the validation and implementation. Providing expertise to R&D and manufacturing, interacting with customers. Laboratory management. Competency development. Establishing contacts and collaborations internally and externally.

Competencies

Utilize technical background and experience to develop and/or improve characterization methods. Demonstrate open and collaborative approach in all areas of responsibility. Seek out others to enhance and streamline development and decision making. Be able to communicate technically with internal competencies, university collaborators and customers and utilize knowledge to advance projects and identify productive synergies. Ensure timely documentation of the project results.