Job Requirements Why work for us? Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways. The Development Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing products and systems to meet specific requirements. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to innovate and improve products, ensuring they are functional, reliable, and efficient. The Development Engineer will also contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and methodologies within the organization. Responsibilities: Bring new projects from and R&D phase to commercialization by independently communicating and collaborating across the R&D, commercial and operations functionalities Developing innovative solutions to complex problems and soliciting creative concepts from other technical specialists Organizing and executing bench, laboratory, pilot, and production plant field trial for process and product development projects Developing, coordinating, directing, and participating in assigned process and product development projects Designing and conducting experiments to prove feasibility of new process and new products concepts to demonstrate the need of the market or customer is met Providing recommendations for safe equipment operation and appropriate application of available technology and participate is safety walks as needed Proposing, testing, and proving new technology concepts to improve and/or change the actual process Leading cross-functional teams, utilizing strong communication techniques Using Adaptive Coaching for communication, goal alignment, problem solving, and career planning Designing and managing fabrication of prototype equipment as required Prepare technical reports, papers, and presentations for internal and external audiences. Interacting with the Engineering Group, proposing and demonstrating the best for the case of new lines expansion and/or acquisitions Qualifications & Experience: + Broad experience in research & development of innovative products from R&D phase to commercialization using a stage gate process; 1 – 4 years (IE. lab to pilot to full-scale) + Ideal candidate will have experience in performing and supporting product development work and production trials in a manufacturing environment. + 4-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing/Chemical/Engineering/Automotive facility required + Bachelor’s degree in chemical or engineering required, masters preferred + Proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Power Point) + Ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries to manage, plan and complete product development + Holds a Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred If you are interested in being part of a world class function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you. At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. Annual Base Salary: Up to $109,137