WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
We are seeking a motivated and innovative R&D Quality Engineer II to join our team at CertainTeed. In this role, you will support the development and enhancement of commercial roofing and waterproofing products. You will be involved in ideation, testing, and implementation of innovative solutions that improve product performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities:
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Product Innovation & Development (40%): Design and develop new roofing and waterproofing products for commercial applications. Improve existing product lines through value engineering and performance optimization. Conduct lab testing and field trials to validate product performance.
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Research & Analysis (20%): Perform competitive analysis and market research to identify trends and opportunities. Utilize advanced material characterization techniques to establish structure-property relationships. Stay updated on industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
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Project Management (15%): Manage multiple R&D projects from concept to commercialization. Identify quality issues, recommend solutions, and maintain documentation to ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Operations, and Marketing.
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Technical Support & Documentation (15%): Provide technical support for manufacturing scale-up and quality assurance. Ensure products meet quality standards by monitoring, testing, and improving processes. Document research findings, test results, and technical reports.
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Collaboration & Communication (10%): Work closely with suppliers, external labs, and industry partners. Facilitate communication between R&D, sales, and customer service teams.
- Site Specific (as needed): Support continuous improvements through process improvements and waste reductions at the site
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Education:
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- Preferred: Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- Work Experience:
- Required: 3+ years of experience performing laboratory work to support product development, testing, and analysis, with a background in materials testing, formulation, or quality control within a lab environment.
- Preferred: 3+ years of experience in R&D, preferably in roofing, waterproofing, or construction materials.
- Practical/Technical Knowledge:
- Required: Proficiency in lab testing methods and analytical tools.
- Preferred: Strong knowledge of polymers, adhesives, coatings, and roofing systems.
- Licenses and Certifications:
- Preferred: Certified Materials Professional (CMP), Project Management Professional (PMP).
Travel Requirements:
Estimated travel of 20%, primarily domestic.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan, "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fencing, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:
- Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
- Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
- Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
- Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
- Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
- Employee Recognition Programs
- PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
- LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle