Staff Scientist

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity's R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products and introduce them into practice. They are responsible for product development and qualification from market definition through production and release; assist in the capability of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes; conduct feasibility studies testing on new and modified designs; direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication and manufacturing ramp. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams provide all required product documentation, including Solid Models, 2D/3D production drawings, product specifications, and testing requirements. They create and modify detailed drawings and drafting or conceptual models from layouts, rough sketches, or notes and contribute to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operations or the quality of the products. Typical fields of expertise include materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and manufacturing of electrical, mechanical, and electronic components, products, and their integration into systems.

TE Connectivity is seeking a PhD level materials development scientist to work in the Corporate Technology group in Fremont, CA. In this role, the successful candidate will work closely with other members of the materials development team to develop new polymeric and composite materials for applications in TE's products spanning all business units. They will also provide consulting and support to TE's internal business units on materials-related challenges. The ideal candidate will have a solid educational and research background in polymer and material science and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct novel polymeric and composite materials development research to attain improved materials properties or additional functionality, such as flame retardant, high voltage/temperature, electrically conductive, etc.
• Drive materials development work from the research phase to product application, including:
• Have discussions with business units to understand their challenges and needs
• Perform experiments in the lab to test new material formulations
• Perform materials evaluation and data analysis, and use results to make decisions about next steps and project direction
• Communicate progress regularly to the business units and use their feedback to guide decisions about the next steps and project direction.
• Capture new IP and write detailed reports to document projects after completion.
• Give presentations about projects at internal meetings
• Play a leading role in cross-functional teams
• Provide technical guidance to internal business units regarding material performance and selection.
• Perform literature/patent searches and scout commercially available technologies to understand the state of the art; build connections with external partners/vendors.
• Participate in technical roadmap development and assessment of new technologies.

What your background should look like:

Desired Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Material Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in an industrial research environment is preferred
• In-depth knowledge of polymeric and composite materials, including material chemistry, physical properties, formulation, structure-property relationships, and processing
• I understand polymer and composite characterization techniques, such as DSC, TGA, DMA, rheology, Instron, etc.
• Understanding polymer processing, including extrusion and injection molding, is preferred
• Highly self-motivated individual with a strong bias for action and impact
• A strong team player with a positive, proactive, and professional attitude
• Creative, innovative, and hands-on
• Demonstrated capability to drive forward multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical ability
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation

COMPENSATION• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $127,920 - $191,880 (subject to change dependent on physical location)• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

BENEFITS• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

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