Research and Development Engineer conducts research and development activities for an organization. Applies research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Being a Research and Development Engineer summarizes research results and communicates findings to internal and external bodies. Assesses the scope of research projects and ensures projects are on time and within budget. Additionally, Research and Development Engineer develops technical documentation for all projects. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Research and Development Engineer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Research and Development Engineer typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Description
Superior Graphite
550 W. Van Buren
Chicago, IL 60607
Position Title: Research & Development Engineer
Business Title: Research & Development Engineer
Site: 99 Corporate
Cost Center: 415 Research & Development Pilot Furnace
Location: KY 1
Background:
Superior graphite novel technology is a gamechanger in the emerging EV industry. In order to meet the massive increasing demand for LiB anode raw materials produced in the western world, Superior Graphite is initiating a new plant erection inside our Hopkinsville Kentucky plant complex.
Superior Graphite has been flexible to leverage existing proprietary technology in order to meet the accelerating demand for EV’s and energy storage in North American and European markets. Superior Graphite R&D developed a novel product to produce state of the art Anode Active Material (AAM). R&D’s integral role in the development of AAM; and continuous research into this novel product will be a huge component of this position. Other aspects of this work will involve the design and realization of new and modified pilot scale process equipment; process improvement/automation and maintenance; execution, support and supervision of process trials on pilot and production scale; project manager for R&D projects; support of operations in process technology problems, etc.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Education/Experience - Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Physical Qualifications:
Vision: Normal Required
Hearing: Normal Required
Reaching/Stretching: Normal Required
Standing/Walking/Mobility: Normal Required
Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Normal Required
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: Normal Required
Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Normal Required
Capable of lifting 50 lbs on a daily basis
Work Environment:
This individual works in a multi-level industrial environment requiring work in high precautious places via ladders and steps inside and outside the plant in all types of weather conditions. This individual can be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and some hazardous chemicals. The plant utilizes high levels of electricity and individuals have to be safety minded in all activities. The work environment is dusty.
Noise:
Moderate - Industrial noise levels characteristic of moving mechanical equipment
Travel Requirements:
Less than 10%
Travel Destination:
Domestic
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