Associate Materials Development Engineer

About Leviton

For more than 120 years, Leviton has been powering innovation and connecting people to what matters most. As a global leader in electrical, lighting, data networking, and energy management solutions, we are driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to making everyday life better. Our success is built on the creativity, expertise, and dedication of our people. Join our team and be part of a collaborative culture where you can grow your career, make an impact, and help build what’s next.

About the role

The Associate Materials Development Engineer fulfills a key role in the execution of material related research and development projects by supporting efforts to develop new enhanced cable and connectivity product materials.

Responsibilities

• Support new formulation ideation and design activities aimed at developing materials suitable for use in cables and connectivity produced at our global manufacturing sites.
• Support material development projects involving multi-site activities from supplier engagement to formulation test, through to certification and release.
• Evaluate suitability of commercially available materials for use within Leviton Network Solutions global product portfolio.
• Witness external fire test activities, analyze/trend relevant test data and understand related fire legislation.
• Support creation of procedures, calibration and the efficient running of the Materials Lab.
• Support the needs of internal and external customers for materials compliance, third party testing, certifications and material characterization.
• Support industry studies and competitive analyses to ensure Leviton Network Solutions products remain at a competitive level.  
• Assist in carbon footprint calculations, Life Cycle Assessments, Environmental Product Declarations and sustainability projects.
• Drive self-learning in materials space, keep up to date on material trends and start building network within industry.

Qualifications

Skills - Technical

• Knowledge of plastic materials, fundamental chemistry, analysis, processing and performance.  
• Awareness in material formulation, test and measurement methodologies/equipment.
• Awareness of plastic compounding and extrusion processes.
• Awareness of data acquisition, tools and statistical principles.
• Ability to think critically and make informed decisions to optimize performance.
• Good problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions. 

Skills – Behavioral

• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with coworkers, along with internal and external customers and key stakeholders
• Problem-Solver – Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Teamwork – Ability to work well in a team environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation
• Creativity – Innovative in development of new ideas and approaches for engineering challenges
• Attention to Detail – Ensure accuracy in work product, documentation, and processes to maintain high standards
• Analytical Skills – Analyze data to make informed decisions
• Critical Thinking – Ability to think critically and make informed decisions to optimize performance

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Chemistry or Materials Science required.
• Advanced degree a plus.
• Chemical, Polymer, Plastics or Material or related field preferred. 
• Wire and cable industry experience a plus. 

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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