R&D Materials Senior Engineer in Taunton

Position Summary

This position is responsible for executing compound development projects as a part of the Technology R&D Materials organization. The position is located in Taunton, Massachusetts.

Reporting to the Specialty Compound Manager, this position is responsible for leading compound development projects and is accountable for communication and delivery of results to the broader Technology team. The R&D Materials Senior Engineer will apply a systematic and designed experimental approach to develop new polymeric compounds and evaluate changes in material performance prior to commercial scale‑up in our manufacturing plants.

• Lead or support cross‑functional project teams in production‑scale compounding and prototype processing trials within the applicable Prysmian manufacturing facility associated with compound development projects.
• Work with a wide range of rubber (CSPE, CPE, Neoprene) and plastic systems to drive cost reduction and enhanced performance from bench scale to commercialization.
• Develop material specification and quality test programs to ensure robust compound performance.
• Investigate and apply new polymer and additive technologies from a variety of suppliers.
• Leverage polymers and materials experience to identify and execute projects which improve compound/cable sustainability and carbon footprint.
• Work to tight deadlines as well as contributing to longer term R&D projects.
• Coordinate laboratory experiments through Technical Service Requests.
• Supervise daily activities of the R&D Materials laboratory technician in order to complete project tasks.
• Create and modify compound specifications (including relevant raw material codes) to support the production of new or existing compounds.
• Prepare informative and accurate technical reports.
• Update and maintain records/database on compound changes or modifications.

• Ability to work as an individual or within a team.
• Sound technical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple work assignments.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Motivated, self‑starter.

Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of a B.S. degree in Chemical or Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline. An advanced degree is preferred.

Qualified candidates for the R&D Materials Senior Engineer position should possess at least 3 years of experience with demonstrated expertise as follows:

• Hands‑on experience with polymer compound development and processing.
• Experience with specialty rubber (CSPE, CPE, Neoprene) and plastic formulations, as well as different flame retardant technologies.
• Good understanding of structure–property relationships of polymer blends.
• Proven track record of delivering projects and communicating results.
• Previous experience with polymer compound development in the wire & cable industry.

Base salary: $95,000 – $143,000.

Prysmian is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive environment where all persons are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, socio‑economic status, language, marital status, military service, veteran status, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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