Ceramic Materials Development Engineer

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We are committed to finding smart solutions that enable an intelligent and seamless world. Our success as a world-class leader in technology has evolved from humble beginnings. In 1896, the enterprising father and son team of A.J. and George A. Briggs partnered with S.A. Buffington, a Chicago lawyer, to establish Chicago Telephone Supply Company (later to become CTS).

Today, CTS is a leading designer and manufacturer of sensors, actuators, and electronic components for suppliers and original equipment manufacturers. We have over 20 locations in 12 countries and more than 3,500 employees. Our innovative sensing, connectivity, and motion solutions offer a diverse range of products across diversified end markets including transportation, medical, aerospace and defense, and industrial. We are at the forefront of supporting innovating life-changing technology, focusing on quality to keep people safe, healthy, and happy.

Job/Position Summary

The Materials Development Engineer is responsible for developing piezoelectric and dielectric ceramic materials and associated processing technology. This position reports to Ceramic R&D Engineering Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop piezoelectric and dielectric ceramic materials that meet customer or market driven requirements and company strategic direction
• Hands on preparation and characterization of lab size batches and materials.
• Develop powder processing and sintering technology to reproducibly manufacture formulations
• Develop intellectual property in the area of piezoelectric and dielectric ceramic materials
• Characterize dielectric, piezoelectric and mechanical properties of materials
• Support production launch of new material formulations and related processes
• Communicate ideas, concepts and results effectively through verbal and written communication
• Presentation of experimental plans and results to peers and management

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Ceramics, Materials Science or related discipline required
• 4-5 years of experience with ceramic processing with emphasis on mixed oxide powder processing is required. Specific experience with piezoelectric ceramic materials is preferred.
• Knowledge of advanced ceramic processing technologies such as colloidal processing and additive manufacturing preferred
• Work closely with manufacturing to transition products and processes from R&D into production
• Work with hazardous materials (lead oxide), which requires wearing a respirator and following related procedures.
• Some travel to domestic and foreign locations may be required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated fundamental knowledge of ceramic materials and processing with ability to identify and develop promising formulations
• Demonstrated ability to transfer new material formulations and processing technology to manufacturing
• Knowledge of basic statistical methods such as design of experiments, statistical process control and gage capability
• Analytical ability and logical problem solving skills
• Ability to plan and conduct assignments with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills to foster inter department and cross department cooperation
• Good communication skills

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