Polymer Characterization Engineer - Project Management Polymer Materials Laboratory

Polymer Characterization Engineer - Project Management Polymer Materials Laboratory

The Product Design Polymers Team is looking for an experienced polymer characterization engineer/scientist with project management skills to join the Polymer Engineering group within Product Design department.
 
Responsibilities and activities for this position include the following:
 

• Perform polymer characterization techniques, such as rheology, DMA, FTIR, TGA, DSC, GPC, TMA, tensile testing, creep, fatigue, falling dart impact, chemical resistance testing, optical microscopy, laser interferometry and surface energy measurements.  Ability to execute testing beyond standardized protocols (e.g. ASTM, ISO)

• Lead cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and successes regularly to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Ensure all projects adhere to company policies, industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM), and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project documentation, including technical reports, specifications, and intellectual property disclosures.

Required:

• MS required, preferably in polymer chemistry or material science.
• Advanced knowledge of the structure-property relationships in polymers that govern mechanical performance, material aesthetics, and overall function
• Experience using analytical test equipment mentioned above.
• Excellent housekeeping and lab management practices.
• 2+ years relevant experience in a project management or engineering management role with a diverse array of projects and timelines.
• Ability to collaborate with different teams including engineering, operations, business functions and external vendors, using influencing skills to drive decisions and meet specific deadlines

Desired:

• Experience in organizing, performing statistical analysis and presentation of material characterization data
• Proficiency with project management software Jira

Estimated Min Rate: $65.00
Estimated Max Rate: $75.00

What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

Founded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day & Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations.
Company Website: https://www.yoh.com/