at Avient Corporation in McHenry, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
Dyneema, the world's strongest fiber, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work.For more information, visit www.avient.com.
WHY AVIENT:
Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.
Job Summary
The Application Development & Technical Service (ADTS) Engineer will be responsible for recommending appropriate Engineered Thermoplastics (ETP) and Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE) for customer applications and optimizing customer processes, while also providing education/training on how to design applications and tooling. The candidate will also participate in the resolution of customer complaints, as needed.ADTS Engineer may also be responsible for developing testing plans and procedures, data analysis, and communication of results for new applications and product launches.
Travel within North America, Central America, South America and Canada. Up to 50% may be required as needed.
Essential Functions
Support application evaluation and material selection
Attend process trials of new and existing products
Troubleshoot processing problems at existing customers
Engage customers on quality issues as well as process and technology questions
Create product part or mold design and processing/troubleshooting literature for each product line
Construct presentations and provide processing and design training to the customer
Interpret and analyze customer part drawings, mold filling simulation, elemental analysis, etc.
Additional support as needed to internal customers - Sales, Product Management, Technology, Manufacturing.
Familiarization of current and legacy product portfolio.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
Bachelors in Plastics Engineering or related Engineering field required.
Advanced degree or experience a plus
10+ year's related experience (including internship/co-op experience) preferred
Injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming experience a plus
Technical Competence
Strong injection molding and/or extrusion processing skills. Knowledge of other processing methods a plus
Strong mold and part design skills
Capability to think outside the box and work on cutting edge concepts
Proficiency with SolidWorks and Moldflow (or similar software)
Understanding of plastics materials and compounding processes
Performs work with speed and accuracy.
Adheres to internal Avient policies and rules. Interprets Technical Data sheets (TDS) / Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and provide proper instruction
Leadership / Communication Skills
Strong communication skills required, both oral and written (technical and non-technical)
Able to present ideas and results in a logical manner
Receptive to ideas and feedback
Responds to emails/calls and provides detailed reports in appropriate fashion and timeframe.
Understands project purpose and commitment required. Able to present ideas and results in a logical manner.
Can effectively communicate technical information with other functions that are non-technical.
Works seamlessly with others without... For full info follow application link.
PolyOne is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. PolyOne will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.
