Product Development Engineer

Job Title

Nonwoven Material Developer

Job Description

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Work in a cross-functional team of nonwoven material developers and engineers to deliver on agreed milestones for new product development projects.

Responsibilities

· Work in a cross-functional team of nonwoven material developers and engineers to deliver on agreed milestones for new product development projects.

· Ensure design, development, and introduction of new and improved products with higher value to consumer products.

· Develop new products as defined by management, utilizing technology road maps, functional plans and other resources.

· Deliver on project objectives in the initiation, design, development, and optimization of Nonwoven Fabrics/Laminates after receiving functional guidance.

· Plan, conduct, coordinate and supervise lab and pilot studies with minimal supervision.

· Lead product scale up and line trials and writes trial reports.

· Develop and build laboratory capabilities for applications development.

· Research all available raw materials which could lead to improved products and profitability.

· Market analysis, cost comparisons/evaluations, competitor product and process assessment.

· Develop and maintain an expert level knowledge of spunlace and other related nonwoven technologies and high-performance nonwovens and wipes supply chain.

· Ensure protection of technologies, processes, materials, and products through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.

· Set priorities and keep momentum going on a mixed project portfolio including new products, raw materials, cost-out programs, technology platforms, and project timelines.

· Respond quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-range strategic projects and goals.

Qualifications

· At a minimum, either: a U.S. Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or a related science/engineering field, or the foreign degree equivalent and 2 years' experience in the job offered or a related occupation, OR, a U.S. Master's degree in Textile Engineering or a related science/engineering field, or the foreign degree equivalent.

· Experience working in a laboratory or engineering role with natural and synthetic fibers finishes for non-wovens or textile developments.

· Experience with lamination, embossing, calendering, and other converting processes.

· Experience with Stage-Gate Process, Statistical Data Analysis, and Design of Experiments.

· Experience with Products, Materials, and Federal regulations associated with surgical and infection prevention, primarily masks and facial protection.