R&D Engineering Technician

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem‑solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity
, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high‑tech industries – we’re a tight‑knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting‑edge technology possible. We value forward‑thinking challengers, boundary‑pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all.

• Execute production‑level tasks for R&D projects, including machine setup, trial runs, and prototype fabrication to meet project timelines.
• Manage daily R&D floor operations with minimal supervision, taking initiative to keep projects moving when the R&D Engineer is occupied.
• Lead the hands‑on preparation of materials and the operation of molding equipment for absorbers and composite products.
• Act as the first line of defense for machinery issues; identify, diagnose, and resolve technical glitches in production equipment during R&D builds.
• Act as the liaison between the R&D office and the production floor, ensuring that design intent is accurately captured in the physical build.
• Record precise process parameters, yield data, and observations during experimental runs to provide the R&D Engineer with actionable feedback.
• Support material characterization by performing DOE, as well as electrical, chemical and mechanical testing.
• Identify bottlenecks in the prototype‑to‑production workflow and implement practical floor‑level solutions.
• Perform first‑article inspections and basic metrology to ensure R&D samples meet the required technical specifications.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D, manufacturing, process, and quality engineering teams to validate and document new product introduction (NPI) activities.
• Support supplier qualification and material validation, including evaluation of alternative materials or manufacturing techniques.

• 5+ years in a technical production or R&D environment, with specific expertise in molding, mixing, and machinery operation.
• Deep understanding of how production machinery functions; you should be comfortable adjusting settings to achieve specific material results.
• Experience working with elastomers, resins, foams, or composite materials is highly preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and use CAD software (Solid Works) is preferred.
• Strong ability to write clear, concise technical notes and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with customers, management, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Travel: 5%

Clearance:
As required by a federal contract or subcontract, only U.S. citizens will be hired for this position.

Location:

Carlsbad, CA

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our recruitment process.

The Pay range for this role is $67,200.00 - $ Annual

How Base Pay is Determined: Qnity has job leveling frameworks that help organize roles based on progressive levels of responsibility, proficiency and qualifications. Each role has an associated pay range (or an established pay rate for some roles) based on the competitive market in each country where we operate. Each individual’s pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.