Research and Design Engineer

Summary

JST is an industry leader providing wet processing, drying, and chemical management tools for industries where cleanliness is critical. The Research and Design Engineer will develop and improve designs across manufacturing, mechanical, chemical, and software engineering through research, analysis, integration, and testing. The role also involves documenting processes, interpreting test data, and presenting recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the research team to investigate, research, and/or develop solutions for a problem or project
• Co-operates with various cross-functional teams of peers, customers, and vendors
• Participates in the research process from problem identification through final testing for products or processes
• Documents written procedures to support requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes used in manufacturing and engineering design of products
• Proposes, tests, revises, and implements processes and/or corrective actions to resolve or meet the problem or need
• Tests processes using prototype equipment and experimental materials and methods
• Verifies results for accuracy, significance, and reliability
• Drafts and presents recommendations and results
• Communicates effectively across all levels of the organization including management, business representatives, peers, customers, and vendors
• Creates documentation and procedures for developing new and improving existing computerized automated integrated manufacturing systems
• Interprets data gathered from test results and makes appropriate recommendations
• Effectively and efficiently organizes, manages, and completes multiple assignments with challenging timelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Chemical (preferred) or (and) Software degree required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates efficiency with modern programming languages
• Demonstrates effective analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of the scientific process and engineering principles
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software used for testing and reporting
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Able to safely lift and carry, push or pull objects up to 50lbs
• Able to walk, stand and work on feet for the duration of shift
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand/power tools or controls
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience with SEMI Standard GEM/SECs protocol is preferred
• Experience with SEMI Standard GEM/SECs protocol is (strongly) preferred

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Chemical (preferred) or (and) Software degree required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates efficiency with modern programming languages
• Demonstrates effective analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of the scientific process and engineering principles
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software used for testing and reporting
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Able to safely lift and carry, push or pull objects up to 50lbs
• Able to walk, stand and work on feet for the duration of shift
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, grasp, handle and operate hand/power tools or controls

Nice to Haves

• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience with SEMI Standard GEM/SECs protocol is preferred
• Experience with SEMI Standard GEM/SECs protocol is (strongly) preferred

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401(k) Matching
• Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Available Overtime
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Year End Performance Bonuses
• Remote Work Flexibility
• Possible Relocation Assistance Available