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REI · 15 hours ago

Chemical Engineer

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$74K/yr - $109K/yr

2+ years exp

REI is focused on driving materials development and commercialization through collaboration with cross-functional teams. The Chemical Engineer role involves supporting polymer testing, managing commercialization timelines, and ensuring products meet functionality and performance requirements.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

RSL Compliance: Monitor, interpret, and stay updated on regulations, standards, and guidelines related to restricted substances in chemical industries (e.g., REACH, RoHS, CPSIA, etc.). Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the company's RSL requirements. Implement strategies to reduce Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

Trial Management and Technical Expertise: Organize, oversee, and report on new project trials at vendor and factory partner locations. Provide technical guidance and expertise for the smooth execution and transfer of compounds

Polymer Testing Expertise: Experience operating and interpreting polymer characterization techniques (TGA, DSC, DMA, FTIR, etc.) for comprehensive polymer testing. Analyze data to optimize compound properties and production processes

Problem Solving: Hands-on approach to problem solving utilizing statistical data analysis and DOEs with a good understanding of latest advances in polymer processing

Plastic Processing: Basic knowledge of thermoplastic injection processing, including speeds, pressures, shot sizes, barrel temperatures, appropriate feeder selection, etc. and their relationship with material properties such as viscosity, bulk density of fiber, fiber weight percentage, resin melt temperatures, melt flow rates, and quality control measurements of output

Collaboration and Innovation: Collaborate closely with materials team at HQ, development, and technical teams to assess new product readiness or compound transfers. Implement new processes and technologies into production under the guidance of Director - Advance Materials

Qualification

RSL CompliancePolymer TestingPlastic ProcessingTrial ManagementInnovative ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

BS in Chemistry/Polymer or related field; may be substitute with relevant experience

2+ years' work experience in Plastic manufacturing, development, or design preferred

Knowledge of appropriate polymer testing methods, interpretation and application of results

Proven ability to meet deadlines within a product development calendar

Familiar with the management of factory sourced components parts

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrating effective listening through concise, clear verbal and written communication

Understanding of the big picture and an aptitude for cross function team collaboration

Innovative thinking and the ability to use sound judgment to resolve problems

Company

REI

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Founded in 1938

Kent, Washington, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.rei.com/

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