R&D Engineer III - Oxide Ceramics

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 R&D Engineer III - Oxide Ceramics Roles & Responsibilities Conduct engineering experiments on new materials, products, processes and/or procedures. Take a major role in projects to optimize and improve existing materials, products, processes and/or procedures. Leads individual project plan development, execution and reporting activities to support CoorsTek project management activities. Devise advanced research methods and documents results and procedures. Exercises responsibility for multiple pieces of processing and/or analytical equipment. Recommend new or upgrades to existing process and test equipment. Work collaboratively with the Operations and Commercial sectors of the company, providing guidance in his or her areas of expertise. Promote the company’s safety culture and continuous improvement efforts. Direct the activities of technicians. Coordinate pilot-plant or initial production runs on new products or processes. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science preferred or related Engineering field, and at least five years relevant experience. Or: Master’s degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science preferred or related Engineering field, and at least three years relevant experience. Or: PhD degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science preferred or related Engineering filed. Hands on oxide ceramic materials formulation and processing experience highly preferred. Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Advanced 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. Target Hiring Range Annual Salary: USD 103,000.00 - USD 136,000.00 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! #J-18808-Ljbffr CoorsTek, Inc.