R&D Materials Engineer

About the role

The R&D Materials Engineer focuses on developing new high‑performance thermoplastic and thermoset product concepts that meet demanding mechanical, chemical, and environmental demands. Working with scientists and engineers, the engineer acts as a Project Leader to develop new products and processes for scale‑up, field trials, and commercialization, with sustainability built into formulations and processes. Shift: Day.

Responsibilities

• Execute hands‑on R&D activities by conducting material testing and pilot‑scale trials to evaluate new high‑performance thermoplastic and thermoset materials designed to meet demanding mechanical, chemical, and environmental requirements.
• Conduct and analyze experiments using Design‑of‑Experiments (DOE) methods and applied statistics to address product, process, and quality challenges.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and technologists to process prototypes, gather data, and support scale‑up, pilot, and customer trials.
• Generate and develop innovative research ideas, new product concepts, and custom test methods or equipment modifications that advance Albany’s materials portfolio and technical capabilities.
• Document, summarize, and clearly communicate experimental data, trial results, and technical recommendations through written reports and verbal presentations to the R&D team and management.
• Exercise judgment on the progress of the work and adjust tasks with guidance from senior staff as needed.
• Conduct work on multiple projects as part of a team or independently, with increasing project leadership over time.
• Plan, conduct, schedule, and coordinate small projects.
• Gain knowledge of Albany products and markets.
• Develop technical resources and working relationships within the company and with external partners.
• Support R&D quality investigations through root‑cause analysis and trial execution.
• Reads, understands, and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International’s Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity.

Skills

• Applied Statistics and Design-of-Experiments Methodology
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Requirements

Required Experience: 10 years work experience. Strong interest in materials, automation, and processes at a hands‑on level.

Education Requirements: Bachelor Degree OR Masters degree OR PhD. Field of Study: Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering/Science, Materials Science.