Sr. Associate or Associate, Product Development

4 weeks ago

Jessup, United States Vorbeck Materials Corporation Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Type: Full-time

Classification: Exempt

Pay:

  • Associate: $60,000 - $85,000, based on experience.

  • Senior Associate: $85,000 - $100,000, based on experience.

Physical Setting/work location: In-Office

 

Vorbeck is a technology firm specializing in advanced graphene applications and material solutions. Our innovations are utilized in a wide range of industries, from communications and electronic warfare to firefighting and aerospace. We manage the entire development cycle, beginning with proprietary material formulations and ending with seamless integration into end-use applications.

In general, we are looking for individuals to join the team who are:

  • Innovative – curious, creative thinkers who are not afraid to try new things
  • Determined – hardworking, motivated people who know that success does not come easily
  • Leaders – people who want to grow, take on new responsibilities, and show the world what can be done

Job Description

As a Senior Associate or Associate in Product Development at Vorbeck, you will develop new materials and formulations to be used in firefighting and defense applications. You will be instrumental in the design, synthesis, and testing of new materials products ranging from functional inks and coatings to firefighting foams. This is a hands-on position where you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve technical excellence. A strong understanding of complex fluid chemistry and dynamics is important.

  • Assess material and formulation requirements for new applications.

  • Perform background research as well as literature and patent surveys.

  • Develop and synthesize new formulations for applications including conductive inks, protective coats, and fire suppressant materials.

  • Operate and maintain production equipment.

  • Develop, implement, and run laboratory-scale performance tests.

  • Perform chemical and material analytical tests also data analysis

  • Assist with scaling up formulations from bench-top to pilot plant scales.

  • Develop technical data sheets and product specifications for customers.

  • Draft and submit invention disclosures while working with the legal team to support patent filings and other intellectual property development.

  • Assist in laboratory activities such as ordering consumables and managing chemical waste.

  • Other tasks may be required, including giving external technical presentations, technical support for proposals, customer interactions, etc.

  • Travel (expected) 10%

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field (preferably chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science).

Preferred Experience

  • Wet chemistry experience.

  • Formulation experience (foams, surfactants, ink, coatings, etc.)

  • Formulation processing and scale-up experience.

  • Chemical and materials characterization and analytical methods experience.

  • Rheological and/or particle size measurements experience.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong work ethic and ability to work well individually and as part of a fast-paced team.

  • Ability to work with a diverse set of equipment and laboratory instruments such as surface tensions measurements, rheometers, microscopy, FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy)

  • Creativity and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong attention to detail and observation skills.

  • Critical thinking.

  • Excellent writing, presentation, analytical, and quantitative skills.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) Program

  • Vacation, Personal Time, and 10 Paid Holidays

  • Company-sponsored Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

  • Opportunity for Relocation Assistance

*Vorbeck is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. This position will involve work on government contracts and the government requires that qualified candidates must be United States citizens. All personal information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.*

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