Senior Research Engineer

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe.

We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range $-$ Annual This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.

The purpose of the Senior Research Engineer is to develop new products and processes and standards for Johns Manville to increase sales and provide JM with a competitive advantage.

Lead moderate to long term projects resulting in moderate/significant business advantages to JM, including conducting research, designing, and running pilot/plant trials. Develop operational and engineering standards and lead its deployment and assimilation at the plant level. Develop patents, trade secrets and/or other intellectual property that provides a strategic business advantage. Lead new product commercialization through multi-stage development, including code approval, prototyping, plant trial, and transition to operations May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

(education, skills and abilities) Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Ceramics, Chemical or Electrical engineering, or a relevant technical field with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience. Glass industry background in the hot end, forming and/or melting areas with a minimum of 3 years of related work experience is highly preferred. Work experience in high temperature application industries such as steel, aluminum or technical ceramics manufacturing is a plus.

Graduate studies preferred (Master's degree or PhD). Strong working knowledge of a specialized technical discipline and applies working knowledge of other professional fields. Ability to apply technical knowledge to choose alternatives and to modify methods, designs, and general practices In depth knowledge of statistics and data driven decisions. Ability to make compelling case for technical recommendations to a business. Ability to capture operational and process improvement opportunities to develop company-wide standardized procedures.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proven project management skills. Strong presentation skills. Strong leadership skills. Proven analytical and process improvement ability. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Proficient in MS Power BI is highly preferred. Ability to work independently and in a high-paced team environment. Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally.

Moderate travel required (25%-35%). Work environment is typical of a research and development facility. When working in a plant, may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gases/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc. May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to and including 25 pounds. #LI-MA1 #LI-ONSITE #P #D

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning…