Advanced Programs Engineer

Job Title:  Advanced Programs Engineer
Essential Functions/Responsibilities SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business seeks high energy, goal-focused individuals who are proactive in problem solving and have the leadership and communication skills needed to help a diversified global business achieve its goals.

Responsibilities:

As part of our Advanced Programs group, work with scientists to
•Apply electrical testing/characterization expertise to evaluate electrical performance of polymeric systems
•Lead the design, installation and operation of electrical systems including equipment troubleshooting and maintenance, and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
•Work with external vendors and/or universities to specify equipment
•Interface with external test facilities
•Work with product and process development teams to provide critical data needed to commercialize new technologies, optimize or enhance existing products.
•Contribute to innovation and advanced research programs, through method development and application
•Provide technical consultation as needed to product technology related to electrical requirements.

The Exton, PA site is located just outside of Philadelphia.
Department Technology & Innovation

Qualifications/Requirements:

•BS in mechanical or electrical Engineering with strong interest in polymeric materials.
•Technical expertise in one or more of the following:
Dielectric spectroscopy
Impedance spectroscopy
AC/DC current sources
Thermal/voltage cycling
Polarization vs. electric field
Reliability testing
Mechanical tensile and flexural testing

The candidate will work in the area of energy storage under the direction of a technology leader with particular focus on testing.
•Strong theoretical understanding and demonstrated hands-on experience with effective instrument operation and maintenance.

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the apply online option on this page.
• You must be 18 years or older
• You must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process
• You must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process
• You must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

Desired Skills:

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and oral
•Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage between multiple projects
•Motivated and result-focused

Country: United States of America
State/Province: Pennsylvania (PA)
City: Philadelphia

Please visit us at www.sabic.com/careers to learn more about SABIC.

We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About our company

SABIC’s Innovative Plastics business is a leading global supplier of engineering thermoplastics with operations in more than 35 countries, and over 9,000 employees worldwide. We are a multi-billion dollar business unit of SABIC, one of the most respected petrochemical companies in the world. As part of the SABIC family of businesses, we attract world-class diverse talent, and develop their leadership and technical skills. Every day our people redefine the plastics industry with their passion, creativity and innovation to create breakthrough solutions that enable safer, more environmentally responsible products.
 

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