Chemical Engineer jobs in New Haven, CT

RBC Bearings is a well known international manufacturer and marketer of highly engineered precision plain, roller and ball bearings.  We have been providing bearing solutions to our customers since 1919.  Over the past ten years, under the leadership of our current management team, RBC Bearings has significantly broadened our end markets, products, customer base and geographic reach.  We currently have 31 facilities, of which 28 are manufacturing facilities in four countries.

JOB TITLE/LOCATION:

Chemical Engineer – Oxford, CT

DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the New Product and Process Development Group Manager, the positon of Chemical Engineer will be responsible for the development and testing of new products and the associated manufacturing processes.  The Chemical Engineer will primary work on products and components related to RBC self-lubricating liner products which involve resin, structural and lubricant fillers, composites, improvements in adhesion.  Additional development projects include development and troubleshooting of lubricants (greases and oils), bearing seals, cleaning and plating baths, as well as other chemical processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• Development of new-engineered products for RBC Bearings.
• Provide chemical process development expertise and assistance to RBC Divisions.
• Assist RBC Divisions with manufacturing troubleshooting.
• Perform analytical analyses of current and newly developed products and processing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors in Chemical Engineering
• Knowledge of thermosetting resins, thermoplastics and elastomers a plus
• Knowledge of composite systems, and manufacturing techniques a plus
• Knowledge of plating principles and practices a plus
• Analytical chemistry knowledge, especially with FTIR and DSC.

RBC Bearings offers a competitive benefit package.  Interested candidates may send resumes too:  dmjensen@rbcbearings.com                               

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer