R&D Mechanical Engineer

About Momentive Technologies Momentive Technologies delivers purity that inspires progress. Leveraging a nearly 75-year legacy of innovation, our ultra-high-purity products help enable high-quality processing and production for a wide range of applications in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, lighting, aerospace, water purification, pharmaceutical, consumer electronics and telecommunications industries. As a world leader in fused quartz and ceramic solutions, we offer an unrivaled ability to supply custom material solutions at scale to the highest standards of quality. By engineering custom materials with uncommon purity and unwavering precision, Momentive Technologies gives our customers the freedom to think big and develop transformative products that benefit mankind on the grandest of scales. Together, Momentive Technologies and our customers are reshaping the world. R&D Mechanical Engineer As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you'll spearhead the development of revolutionary technologies, diving into the creation of advanced materials that will redefine possibilities. Your role will be pivotal in steering the introduction of groundbreaking products, providing invaluable support to our customers, and pioneering innovative high-temperature fusion processes. Not only will you lead in bringing these technologies to life, but you'll also play a crucial part in scaling up engineering processes - taking products from initial bench concepts to high-volume manufacturing reality. Job Description Develop new quartz products and processes utilizing technical expertise to meet new market/application demands. Lead new product introduction projects with cross-functional teams and external validation partners. Responsibilities include feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, cost analysis and scale up to manufacturing. Apply project management skills in planning, budgeting, time management, resource allocation, and risk management. Generate intellectual properties such as patents, publications, and internal reports Responsible for manufacturing technical support regarding high temperature processing of ceramics, ceramics bonding and precision machining. Apply Six Sigma methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting. Minimum Qualifications Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related field. Industry experience capable of contributing valuable insights immediately. Understanding of basic mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems Mechanical design using SolidWorks Modeling and designing of components and equipment Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R. Project management experience - effective planning and prioritization of projects of significant business impact to deliver new product/process technologies. Proven ability to collaborate with manufacturing, supplier, and customer to accomplish project objectives on time and within budget. Ability to do hands-on work in an industrial environment with necessary PPE and interact and influence in a matrixed environment. Experience working with statistical software such as Minitab. A strong sense of accountability, urgency, and self-direction. Preferred Qualifications Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or related field. Experience with, or design of, quartz fusion processes including electric fusion, arc fusion and flame fusion. Experience designing products for semiconductor processing equipment and familiarity with the semiconductor tool market. Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Flow Simulation using Ansys