Development Engineer

Development EngineerReady to develop materials that end up in real products people use every day? If you love the lab, love solving problems, and want a Development Engineer role where you actually run the tests instead of just reading about them, keep reading.This company develops thermoplastic elastomer materials used across automotive, medical, consumer, and industrial products. The work happens onsite, split between a lab environment and a hands-on manufacturing and pilot floor in Broadview, IL.This is a true hands-on role, not a desk job. You'll work directly alongside sales, customer service, and manufacturing teams, and get the chance to build your name in the industry by presenting your work at industry-level forums. It's a great fit for someone who wants to grow their technical reputation and build deeper expertise in materials science, not just punch a clock in a lab.Job Type: Full-Time, Direct HireDevelopment Engineer Job Duties:Design, evaluate, and report on TPE product development at the lab and pilot scaleTest polymeric materials and additives in the labDrive new material identification and analysis as part of the technology development processCoordinate and analyze new TPE structure and property characterization to support customer testing needsSchedule: 8am-4:30pm M-FPay: Up to $85,000, based on experienceDevelopment Engineer Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science and Engineering, or a closely related fieldExperience with analytical instrumentation for polymer testingFamiliarity with structure and property relationships of elastomers and related polymersComfortable working in both lab and manufacturing environments, including non climate controlled plant areasStrong problem solving skills and ability to work independently as well as on a teamBenefits:Medical, dental, and vision coverageBasic life and AD&D insurance at no cost to the employeeShort term and long term disability coverage at no cost to the employee401k with employer matchPaid holidays and paid time offLocation: Broadview, ILVerstela is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.