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Prysmian · 15 hours ago

Research & Development (R&D) Engineer – Advanced Materials Technology

Lincoln, RI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Prysmian Group is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, seeking a Compound/Materials/Rubber Development Professional. This role involves conducting research to improve or generate new products, managing product development, and collaborating with customers to meet their needs.

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Responsibilities

Conduct fundamental or applied research to improve or to generate new products, components, materials, or applications

Plan, design, and conduct research projects according to established scientific methods, principles, and theories in order to solve problems, improve or generate new products, components, equipment, and processes

Develop/Formulate new polymer/rubber compounds and/or modify the existing materials to improve product functionality

Activities may include devising research methods; setting-up laboratory test equipment; building models and prototypes; calculating and analyzing test results and preparing detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions

Estimate the costs, resources, and time required to conduct a research project and monitor performance to ensure these targets are met

Prepare calculations, specifications, and other technical documentation so that prototype designs can be manufactured and assembled

Develop and maintain technical expertise on advances and innovations in research and science

Qualification

Material/Product Development EngineeringChemical EngineeringPolymeric MaterialsCross-functional teamworkHands-on laboratory supportPassion for cost-effective products