Advanced R&D Engineer
Momentive Performance Materials Quartz, Inc.
Richmond Heights, OHJobSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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Momentive Technologies seeks an Advanced Research and Development Engineer to develop quartz products and processes, introduce new products, and scale engineering processes from bench concepts to high-volume manufacturing. The role supports customers and manufacturing through high-temperature processing and materials development. It requires an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering and at least five years of hands-on industry experience.
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About Momentive Technologies Momentive Technologies delivers purity that inspires progress. Leveraging a nearly 75-year legacy of innovation, our ultra-high-purity products help enable high-quality processing and production for a wide range of applications in the semiconductor, photovoltaic, lighting, aerospace, water purification, pharmaceutical, consumer electronics and telecommunications industries. As a world leader in fused quartz and ceramic solutions, we offer an unrivaled ability to supply custom material solutions at scale to the highest standards of quality. By engineering custom materials with uncommon purity and unwavering precision, Momentive Technologies gives our customers the freedom to think big and develop transformative products that benefit mankind on the grandest of scales. Together, Momentive Technologies and our customers are reshaping the world. Advanced R&D Engineer As an Advanced Research and Development Engineer, you'll support the development of revolutionary technologies, diving into the creation of advanced materials that will redefine possibilities. Your role as a team member will support the introduction of groundbreaking products, providing invaluable support to our customers, and pioneering innovative high-temperature fusion processes. Not only will you help to bring these technologies to life, but you'll also play a crucial part in scaling up engineering processes - taking products from initial bench concepts to high-volume manufacturing reality. Responsibilities: - Develop new quartz products and processes utilizing technical expertise to meet new market/application demands. - Lead new product introduction projects with cross-functional teams and external validation partners. Responsibilities include feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, cost analysis and scale up to manufacturing. - Apply project management skills in planning, budgeting, time management, resource allocation, and risk management. - Generate intellectual properties such as patents, publications, and internal reports - Responsible for manufacturing technical support regarding high temperature processing of ceramics, ceramics bonding and precision machining. - Apply Six Sigma methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting. Minimum Qualifications: Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering. 5+ years of hands-on industry experience capable of contributing valuable insights immediately. Knowledge and practical experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) Stage-Gate processes, including concept development, feasibility assessment, prototyping, validation, commercialization, and manufacturing transfer. Experience developing, evaluating/refining at a pilot scale, and transferring production scale equipment and processes to manufacturing that generate revenue. Expertise in working with and the design of high temperature processing equipment. Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R. Proficiency in materials characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, TGA, etc.) and quality/risk assessment tools such as FMEA. Project management experience - effective planning and prioritization of projects of significant business impact to deliver new product/process technologies. Proven ability to collaborate with manufacturing, suppliers, and customers to accomplish project objectives on time and within budget. Experience managing CAPEX projects for new product introduction, process development, or manufacturing expansion, including business case developme
How this job compares
Set against the 447 open Materials Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
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- US median$100–157K/yr259 salary ranges
- US median$37–53/hr22 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 25 open Materials Engineer jobs in Ohio and 447 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Ohio
- GE Aerospace5 open
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- Momentive Performance Materials Quartz, Inc. (this employer)2 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Materials Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (349 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a master's degree; 34 of the 447 open Materials Engineer jobs (8%) ask for a master's degree or higher.
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