R&D Materials Engineer

• Lead the design and development of new RF component processes and products utilizing on site R&D Laboratory.
• Help manage establishment of fully functioning R&D laboratory and oversee on site projects.
• Support new product introduction by providing material and process knowledge throughout the development process.
• Manage projects from inception through qualification in accordance with the phase gate processes.

• Support, contribute to, and promote a safe work environment
• Responsible for R&D of new materials and processes relating to key manufacturing areas including sputtering, electroplating and screen printing.
• Aid the product development team in prototyping using on site R&D laboratory and equipment.
• Use appropriate material characterization equipment relevant to key processes such as and not limited to: XRF, X-Ray, Profilometer, Viscometer and RGA.
• Document process methodology as required and create training materials required for transfer to operations.
• Interface with suppliers to evaluate new materials and equipment as required.
• Participate in the development of product and process technology roadmaps, in support of cross-functional stakeholders
• Coordinate with on-site manufacturing and quality engineers to facilitate initial build and prototyping of products developed by the design team
• Propose enhancements to new and existing product designs to optimize manufacturability
• Ability to perform root cause analyses utilizing established problem-solving tools and methodologies
• Proactively identify project risks and mitigation plans to accelerate the development cycle and ensure delivery commitments are met
• Provide technical support to organizational stakeholders including Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and Sales
• Participate in and contribute to team training, development, mentoring, on-boarding and audits
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with the Smiths Way value system.
• Aid in the transfer of new products and technology to the operations team, through training and implementation.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Materials Science with 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Advanced English level (MANDATORY).
• Must understand vacuum technology and relevant processes such as sputtering.
• Familiarity with material characterization equipment such as: XRF, X-Ray, Profilometer, Viscometers and RGA. Proficiency with CAD including 3D solid modeling.
• Knowledge of thin and/or thick film process technology a plus.
• AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.
• Ability to analyze complex problems using data-driven approach and define solutions.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 and AS9100.

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