Research Engineer - Grinding & Finishing Technology

Position: Research Engineer I - Grinding & Finishing Technology
** What's the job?*
* The Grinding & Finishing Technology team at Saint-Gobain Research North America is seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer I to support abrasives technology and new product development. Reporting to a Senior Research Engineer, the candidate will work with global cross functional teams for sample characterization, test method development, data analysis and product evaluation through internal simulation, customer field tests and external collaborations.

The Research Engineer I will develop skills in measuring and analyzing grinding processes, assist in creating and evaluating new measurement tools, design experiments, and support product and application engineers during new product launches.

Essential Functions:

+ Support R&D projects in grinding and finishing to advance new product development and process improvements

+ Set up and maintain robust simulations of customer grinding applications, including equipment, tooling, methods, and data practices

+ Collaborate with global Grinding Technology Centers to ensure consistent testing, efficient workflows, and high‑quality data representation

+ Develop expertise in grinding process measurement and analysis, including evaluation of new measurement tools and technologies

+ Design and analyze experiments that improve understanding of abrasive processes and product performance

+ Work with business managers, product managers and application engineers for customer field tests, failure model analysis, application mapping and new product launch

+ Prepare clear technical reports and present findings to R&D and business partners

** What do you bring?*
* + Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science or a closely related discipline

+ Knowledge and experience with DoE and statistical analysis

+ Knowledge of Excel Macros or Python or any other coding software

+ Hands-on experience with manual or CNC machining, grinding operations, or other material removal processes (preferred)

+ Hands-on problem-solving experience in R&D or a manufacturing environment (preferred)

+ Experience in machining or grinding science, process theory, or related materials engineering disciplines (preferred)

** What are our perks?*
* Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Well-being - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

Live Well Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want

Commuter Benefits

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child and Elder Care

Perk Spot Employee Discount Program

Volunteer Day

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $72,500 to $111,500 per year.

However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 9% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $79,025 to $121,535. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

** Why work for us?*
* Saint-Gobain Research (SGR) North America is one of Saint-Gobain's largest industrial research laboratories. The center is home to more than 400 employees working at the leading edge of innovation on multidisciplinary industrial research, preparing the future by designing tomorrow's products and processes across an amazing variety of markets and technical disciplines. Since 1985, SGR North America has been supporting existing businesses, developing future businesses, and nurturing talent.

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