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Applications Engineer - Biomaterials
Applications Engineer - BiomaterialsAvantor • Carpinteria, CA, United States
Applications Engineer - Biomaterials

Applications Engineer - Biomaterials

Avantor • Carpinteria, CA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Opportunity :

Avantor is looking for an Applications Engineer to support the Biomaterials (BM) group. This person is expected to have broad knowledge of silicone materials and familiarity with the processing & application of these materials in the aerospace, electronics, healthcare, medical, and / or drug delivery industries.

The Applications Engineer is recognized as a subject matter expert in some facet of silicone product technology, and a qualified candidate will have a track record of leading application development projects forward to successful completion, while effectively engaging stakeholders across multiple functions (e.g., Sales, Marketing, New Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, etc.).

This position is located at our Carpinteria, CA office with travel up to 25% domestically and globally to tradeshows or conferences. This person will have the opportunity to drive multiple projects forward simultaneously, employing effective project management skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

How you will thrive and create an impact :

  • Depending on the project, command a working knowledge of all aspects of product design, development and commercialization including product formulation, functional material characterization, application-relevant analytical technologies, manufacturing process development, and quality assurance & relevant regulatory considerations.
  • Perform hands-on work in a laboratory and manufacturing environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the NuSil Commercial team to support new business opportunities and transition them to new R&D product development projects where applicable.
  • Work collaboratively with the NuSil Marketing team to gather application data to support new product introductions and promotion of existing products.
  • Being the applications SME for new product development opportunities encompassing BM applications :

Work with customers to capture critical product attributes and with the commercial team to define strategy for effective sampling of prototype material meeting customer requirements.

  • Work hands-on in the lab to make new materials, perform advanced testing and drive projects forward.
  • Assist commercial team in transitioning new customer opportunities to new product development projects within the R&D department.
  • Support the new product development teams during opportunity progression and assist customer qualification activities, improving opportunity probability of success & ultimately driving NuSil growth.
  • Generate product profiles for newly launched products as needed.
  • Customer Support :
  • Perform application relevant and / or advanced testing to support new customer applications, process development and / or troubleshoot customer issues.

  • Travel to customers to support where applicable.
  • Provide on-site quality / trouble shooting technical support to quality engineers
  • Technical content creation for customer support / visits, trade shows, marketing campaigns, etc.
  • Interface with NuSil Product Technology, Analytical Technology, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Operations to ensure commercialization objectives are clearly understood and cross-functional / departmental coordination is effective.
  • Acquire and maintain working knowledge of commercial account management and transaction processes including the use of Salesforce as an essential tool.
  • Foster a safe work environment and comply with all Standard Operating Procedures and ethical conduct requirements
  • What we're looking for :

  • Education :
  • B.S. in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science or related field
  • Experience :
  • 3+ years of silicone industry experience.
  • 1+ years of direct technical customer support / service.
  • Experience with fabrication & test methods employed in silicone component manufacture.
  • Certification(s) :
  • Collaboration Tool :
  • Additional Qualifications :
  • Ability to work in a highly matrixed environment.
  • Deep technical knowledge of the chemistry and materials science of silicone products (i.e., polymers, resins, reinforced elastomers, adhesives, primers, inks, foams, greases).
  • Deep understanding of HCR & LSR elastomers, gels, dispersions and adhesives for medical implants & devices and healthcare application.
  • Deep understanding of silicone structure-property relationships as it relates to silicone- drug interactions and how to modify drug elution rates.
  • Working knowledge of silicone material manufacturing processes.
  • Develop a practical understanding of the NuSil product portfolio and their use in customer applications.
  • Demonstrated understanding of scientific research / concepts and new product development methods and utilization of relevant concepts / methodologies at different stages of the development process.
  • Rigorous scientific approach to product design and problem solving.
  • Fundamental understanding and working knowledge of statistically-based quality principles and familiarity with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Extensive knowledge of customer manufacturing & fabrication processes (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, dip coating, spray coating, sheeting, device assembly, etc.) and in-depth understanding of silicone-material application.
  • Business Acumen : solid understanding of markets and competition, value propositions, business cases based on materials costing.
  • Organization & Project management skills.
  • Proactive self-starter able to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science or related field.
  • 8+ years of silicone industry experience.
  • Direct experience with the design, development, manufacture, testing and regulatory requirements associated with silicone product implementation & qualification.
  • 4+ years of direct technical customer support / service experience and / or application development experience.
  • Disclaimer :

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

    Why Avantor?

    Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

    The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

    We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

    Pay Transparency :

    The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

    $85,000.00 - $141,600.00

    Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

    EEO Statement :

    We are an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state / province, or local law.

    If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

    For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster .

    3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy :

    By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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