Application Engineer

Overview

Nylok LLC
As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Works across a range of areas including but not limited to: gaining working knowledge of application equipment/developing expertise in setting up sample or production parts for new product applications with attention to quality; testing new products to make sure they comply with existing and new customer specifications; directly working with customers to manage new product opportunities; understanding the technical/physical properties of new products;

developing a working knowledge of Nylok’s customer VOC process; interfacing with the plant on new product issues; overseeing new test protocols/report writing; supervising lab activity with the help of the NPD Manager; assisting in scaling prototype equipment into production equipment; assessing pricing targets required to make acceptable profit for various parts on new products.

Responsibilities:

• Does research and/or testing to understand initial characteristics of identified polymer and/or polymer systems that are used to solve customer issues
• Contacts material and additive suppliers to identify best material options to test, and then covertly obtains samples for formulation work in lab
• Works in lab to convert obtained polymers and additives (formulates them) into the proper form for application and testing
• Works with outside equipment suppliers and internal experts to thoroughly understand the best equipment to source for applying new formulations onto parts at acceptable production speeds
• Researches and locates the best measurement equipment needed to test critical attributes of new formulations
• Applies new formulations onto parts, which are often fasteners, and then tests according to specifications
• Prepares concise test reports to demonstrate how materials were formulated, applied, and tested
• Learns how to safely operate all laboratory equipment.
• Works safely, observing all company safety policies, and actively participates in our safety program. Identifies and obtains all necessary PPE to perform the necessary lab work
• Keeps strict confidentiality on all formulation work being performed

• 80/20 thinking – Demonstrate competence utilizing 80/20 thinking and the use of the Marmon toolbox resulting in continuous and measurable improvements to the business, with responsibility for continuous education for both self and your team.
• Design - Generates creative solutions;
  Uses feedback to modify designs;
  Applies design principles;
  Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
  Collects and researches data;
  Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Develops alternative solutions;
  Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Project Management - Develops project plans;
  Coordinates projects;
  Communicates changes and progress;
  Completes projects on time and budget.
• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
  Shares expertise with others.
• Verbal Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
  Listens and gets clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively;
  Edits work for spelling and grammar;
  Varies writing style to meet needs;
  Presents numerical data effectively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals.
• Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks;
  Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity;
  Meets challenges with resourcefulness;
  Generates…