ARE YOU READY TO WORK AT MCAM?

• Want to work for a global leader in the design, development and manufacture acrylic products that is continuously innovating?
• Do you have 5+ years of experience in thermoplastic compounding in a production company?
• Are you passionate about providing operations and engineering leadership to position the company at the forefront of the industry?

Mitsubishi Chemical is looking for a Process/Compound Engineer to join our team in our North America Innovation and Technology Center located in Mesa, AZ. As a Process Engineer, you will be responsible for working hands-on with customers from different industries. Unlike a traditional process engineering position in a manufacturing facility that makes products within a certain family, a process engineer at Mitsubishi is constantly exposed to new customers, materials and processes. The process engineer is engaged from initial customer contact through discussions related to test preparation and planning, executing the test, and writing the report. The typical cycle lasts 2-3 months from initial contact to report completion.

Come be a part of this dynamic team!!

Who Are We...

MCAM is a manufacturing services company. We service markets including aerospace, medical, semiconductor and other markets. Our capabilities include carbon fiber processing, compounding, molding, extrusion, machining, fabrication, assembly, and inspection. We provide material solutions, engineering support, stock shapes, near net shapes, precision components, and assemblies.

What You Will Do...

• Lead extrusion trials in support of customers and internal development work. Analyze test data and document results in test reports.
• Coordinate projects to ensure efficient production, timely delivery, and optimal operational performance. Serve as a technical liaison between the customer and Mitsubishi Chemical on targeted projects.
• Plan and execute twin screw lab trials for commercial customers from a wide range of industries and applications.
• Working closely with scientist and engineering, leading the execution of R&D compounding programs with technicians.
• Performing lab-scale and pilot-level compounding of new polymer / filler systems.
• Transitioning of new products into production by driving efficient scale-up of compounding processes
• Performing polymer compounding, and processing trials, as needed, to achieve target mechanical properties on both R&D and Production lines
• Oversee mechanical and analytical testing of the compounds to ensure quality levels are achieved and maintained
• Specifying new equipment, develop procedures and troubleshoot equipment as needed
• Collaborating with the technology team to develop next-generation thermoplastic structural compounds
• Developing and carrying out mechanical testing on new products to characterize and document performance and establish specifications
• Designing, executing, and analyzing experiments based on DOE approach and compiling findings
• Developing, troubleshooting, and refining manufacturing processes, equipment, and assist in operator training on best practices
• Make recommendations and specify new extrusion, auxiliary, and analytical equipment for the Extrusion Lab
• Other duties as assigned

What You Will Have...

• Minimum BS degree in engineering with Plastics Engineering, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred
• 5+ yrs. experience in thermoplastic compounding in a production company, that supplies commercial volume products
• The right candidate will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, be a self-starter/quick learner with strong interpersonal, and communication skills
• Experience in working effectively on a collaborative team environment
• Solid knowledge of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply this knowledge to manufacturing and product design
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, initiate, and drive projects to completion
• Ability to think outside the box and develop novel products and equipment
• Ability and willingness travel occasionally to customer, vendor location, trade shows, etc.
• Experience working with external suppliers, especially in the development of products, processes, specifications, and design/technology transfer
• Strong knowledge of and experience working with polymer processing equipment. Must be able to apply troubleshooting skills to resolve customer problems

What You Will Get…

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with a generous match and much more!

The salary range for this position is $67,000- $93,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies, therefore we will not a pay a fee for resumes submitted.

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.