Materials Engineer 2 - Polymers

We are seeking a full-time CMF Engineer 2 - Polymers at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CMF solutions from initial requirements to product launch
• Maintain industry knowledge of advances in material innovation and technology
• Develop CMF verification processes and develop/maintain a CMF database
• Define, execute, and communicate results of CMF explorations
• Determine root cause and deliver solutions for product quality and manufacturing issues related to CMF
• Drive continued education and development of materials-related knowledge throughout the organization
• Demonstrate proficient knowledge of a wide variety of materials and manufacturing methods (e.g., plastic, silicone, metals, coatings, and more)
• Use strong project management skills to drive new technology programs to deliver verified solutions from concept to manufacturing
• Be a strong communicator, sharing technical knowledge with non-technical partners in a clear and meaningful way, including challenges and constraints

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Thorough knowledge and ability to select CMF characterization/analysis tools (e.g., SEM, DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR, SMD/EDS, XRF, XPS, TEM, AFM, etc.)
• Demonstrates knowledge, education, experience, and/or training necessary to use tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote
• A curiosity for new CMF innovation, technology, process, design, and future living
• Open to pushing new boundaries, work extremely well in multi-disciplinary global teams, able to speak up, anticipate technical challenges, and plan ahead
• Looks beyond the immediate problem and generates new/innovative solutions to complex problems
• Strong project management skills
• Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, and proficient presentation skills
• Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work respectfully with others

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the consumer electronics industry
• Previous experience or knowledge of organic materials including, but not limited to, rigid plastics, silicones and rubbers, organic coatings, films, or similar
• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)

Benefits

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here.