Advanced Material Development Technician

Advanced Material Development Technician

Job Category: Research & Development

Requisition Number: ADVAN
002537

• Posted:
  July 16, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Simpsonville
Simpsonville, SC 29681, USA

We at KEMET, a YAGEO Group company, help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries.

Founded in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, with over 100 years of technological innovation, we manufacture capacitors and other components for computing, telecommunications, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators – from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

We are seeking a Technician in our Advanced Material Development Group in the Simpsonville, SC location. The Technician will provide R & D laboratory support for the development of improved next‑generation capacitor polymer materials. This is a first shift position.

• Provide R & D laboratory support for the development of improved next‑generation capacitor polymer development in polymerization reactions, polymer coating formulations, polymer dip coating, capacitor testing, and characterizations which include analytical measurements in the lab and production floor.
• Plan and conduct experiments independently, collect necessary data, organize/record the data, share conclusions broadly and continue experiments as needed with minimal guidance from supervision.
• Interface with research investigators in the materials group to set the objectives and priorities for the various tests.
• Ensure the various laboratory and analytical measurement systems are in good working condition and to make upgrades as needed.

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science preferred or applicable work experience.
• Knowledge and hands‑on experiences with general chemistry or lab techniques including chemical experiments, formulation, purification, and analytical techniques.
• Working experience in a lab, reactions, formulations, production, manufacturing environment handling analytical or production equipment.
• Working knowledge of computer‑based systems necessary for lab operation and data analysis, including MS Office tools and statistics software.
• Good organization and time management skills, with capability to handle multiple tasks.
• Self‑motivated and demonstrated curiosity and passion to understand, troubleshoot and solve problems encountered at work.

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work–life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry‑leading technologies

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training.

Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

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