Materials Engineering research and development Co-Op for elastomeric (rubber) compounds (minor focus on plastics, metals, composites, etc.) for components/systems of various scope and complexity used as seals, diaphragms, isolators, boots, etc. in various markets with a concentration on automotive, renewable energy, and aerospace. Understanding of analytical techniques is desired to conduct physical tests on elastomers.

• Determines conditions under which tests are to be conducted and sequences and phases of test operations.
• Perform analytical/functional testing of rubber compounds and products.
• Utilizes industrial automation equipment to support prototype developments.
• Evaluates findings to develop new concepts, products, equipment or processes, or to develop applications of findings for customers.
• Analyzes and interprets test data to prepare technical reports for use by engineering or management for planning and marketing personnel in sales and technical services activities.
• Assists in developing new elastomeric compounds in all polymer families for various applications.
• Reviews drawings/prints to ensure clarity, completeness, form, fit, function and conformity to standards, procedures, and specifications.
• Supports R&D process trials, mixing and molding operations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities.
• Communicates with suppliers of material, components, molds, equipment, etc.
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include corss-functional or project team responsibilities.

Candidates should be Engineering Students undergraduate or graduate. Business Degree should be in in Engineering, Chemical Engineering preferred.

This paid Co-Op assignment will be from May 2024-August 2025.

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