Textiles - Principal Plastics Engineer - Bedford, NH

The Principal Plastics Engineer leads the development of innovative technologies and products, applying advanced scientific principles and cutting-edge research to drive significant business impact. As a strategic technical leader, this individual works cross-functionally to identify unmet needs, create technical specifications, and deliver solutions in the form of new products or services, while providing scientific and technological guidance to associates and colleagues across the company.

Client Details

This company is a leading innovator in fasteners and fastening systems, known for pioneering technology and high-performance solutions. With a global presence, they prioritize sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement, offering competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment for professional growth.

Description

Responsibilities:

• Oversees multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery, proper documentation, and adherence to budget while meeting business and customer objectives.
• Provides technical expertise and ensures high-quality project outcomes across all technical aspects.
• Mentors team members on technical and scientific topics, acting as a subject matter expert in areas like experimental design and data analysis.
• Designs and documents complex experiments and protocols aligned with project goals, both internal and external, while adapting strategies based on results.
• Conducts thorough data analysis, addressing issues in data integrity and adjusting experimental paths as needed.
• Manages project deliverables, incorporating key decision points into the project plan and leading high-impact initiatives.
• Identifies resource needs, recommends project resource allocation, and manages external collaborations/contracts to achieve project goals.
• Engages with the external technical community, driving innovation and bringing new technologies into the company to support business objectives.
• Leads and develops teams, holding direct reports accountable, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and promoting a culture of innovation.
• Ensures compliance with quality, safety standards, and regulations, while managing special characteristics and risk analysis for project validation.

Profile

Ideal Candidate:

• PhD with 8 years, MS with 14 years, or BS with 16 years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to manage projects through the entire development cycle in diverse manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership in advanced R&D programs and successful completion of technical projects.
• Strong track record of technical accomplishments, including IP generation and impactful contributions to company success.
• Expertise in specialty research areas, with broad knowledge of company products, processes, and technologies.
• Basic understanding of environmental impacts across the product life cycle.
• Experience thriving in cross-functional teams, with superior time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong formal presentation skills, with experience presenting to both technical and business audiences.
• Recognized as the company expert in their specialty area, with a 'can-do' attitude and solid business acumen.
• Proven success in coaching, mentoring, and developing others, with proficiency in MS Office Suite and willingness to travel domestically and internationally (10%).

Job Offer

What's To Offer:

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

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