Research Engineer – Transportation

Location Cuyahoga Falls, United States Sector Engineering

Join a collaborative, highly technical team focused on bringing next-generation polymer-based materials to market across North American transportation segments. In this role, you’ll lead development programs that take thermoplastic compounds and master batches from concept through scale-up and commercialization- partnering closely with customers and cross-functional teams to solve real performance challenges and deliver differentiated, production-ready solutions. This is a fully onsite position, with the opportunity to make a direct impact on strategic growth priorities in transportation markets.

• Proven experience developing and commercializing thermoplastic polymer-based compounds and/or master batches (aerospace high-performance polymer development experience is also relevant)
• Ability to support R&D from concept development through commercialization
  , including scale-up and manufacturing support
• Strong hands-on knowledge of polymer processing, compounding, and formulation development
• Understanding of thermoplastics manufacturing processes and automation
• Working knowledge of DOE (Design of Experiments), statistical analysis, and data-driven product development
• Strong communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills (internal teams and customers)
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and drive timelines, deliverables, and quality expectations

• Experience with engineering thermoplastics
  , polyolefins
  , and twin-screw extrusion
• Background in transportation material qualification
• Familiarity with automotive and/or aerospace OEM specifications
• Experience with weatherable materials
  , flame-retardant systems
  , and/or color-critical applications
• Exposure to stage-gate or structured innovation/product development systems
• Interest or experience integrating sustainability targets (e.g., recyclability, bio-based content, durability)

• M.S. preferred in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field (Ph.D. or advanced degree also valued)
• Bachelor’s degree considered with strong, hands-on industry experience
• 5+ years of experience developing and commercializing thermoplastic polymer compounds/master batches for transportation markets (e.g., automotive, aerospace, defense, recreational, utility vehicles)

Bring your formulation expertise and commercialization mindset to a role built for real ownership—help deliver the next wave of transportation materials from lab to market.

Estimated Min Rate
: $98000.00

Estimated Max Rate
: $140000.00

Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements.

• 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)
• Met Life 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.

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.

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