Pureon is one of the world’s top providers of technologically leading solutions for the surface finishing of high-tech materials. Our solutions are backed with in house product development, research and application testing along the entire value chain. Our global presence in manufacturing and research ensures we are closer to our customers to provide support with application development.
POSITION: R&D Engineer
LOCATION: Charlotte, NC
MEMBER OF: Innovation Team
TRAVEL: None

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Pureon Inc. is looking for an R&D Engineer to join its Innovation Team. If you want to be part of the Pureon team and contribute to an exciting, growing and dynamic program, then we want to talk with you! This position is based in Pureon’s North American R&D Laboratory on the campus of UNC Charlotte.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Laboratory Competence – experience working in a laboratory environment
• Analytical Skills – ability to generate and analyze large amounts of data
• Design of Experiments – ability to effectively design and execute experimental designs and analyze response data
• Communication Skills – ability to effectively communicate results of experiments to a broad audience

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in material science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or physical science.
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency with MS Excel, Word, and Access
• Familiar with statistical analysis software such as Minitab, JMP, or equivalent
• Experience with modeling and simulation of fluid dynamics.
  *At this time, Pureon is not providing sponsorship for work visas.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC 28270: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In perso

· Directly support the Innovation program under the direction of the US Innovation Group Leader.
· Perform laboratory experiments generally related to the areas of polishing
· Evaluate new polishing slurry formulations, polishing pads, and other consumables in terms of their physical properties and polishing performance.
· Investigate and test new consumables for the precision polishing of various substrates with a focus on wafering processes for the compound semiconductor market.
· Interface with Sales, Marketing, and customers; participate in routine communication between each of these groups and businesses.
· Provides timely and effective data analysis
· Leads multi-functional process capability improvements and validation efforts
· Follow all safety protocols and standard operating procedures