CMF Engineer 2 - Polymers
Garmin International
Olathe, KS
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Adhesives, Analysis Skills, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Consumer Electronics, Cross-Functional, Database Administration, Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Industrial Coating, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Methods, Market Segmentation, Material Science, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Polymers, Powder Coating, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Requirements Management, Root Cause Analysis, Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Surface Mount Technology, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Olathe, KS
POSTED
30+ days ago
We are seeking a full-time CMF Engineer 2 - Polymers at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering CMF solutions for products covering all market segments.
Essential Functions
- Deliver CMF solutions from initial requirements to product launch
- Maintain industry knowledge of advances in material innovation and technology
- Develop CMF verification processes and develop/maintain a CMF database
- Define, execute, and communicate results of CMF explorations
- Determine root cause and deliver solutions for product quality and manufacturing issues related to CMF
- Drive continued education and development of materials-related knowledge throughout the organization
- Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Thorough knowledge and demonstrates ability to select CMF characterization/analysis tools (ex. DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR, SMD/EDS, XRF, XPS, SEM, AFM, etc.)
- Demonstrates knowledge, education, experience and/or training necessary to use tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote
- A curiosity for new CMF innovation, technology, process, design and future living
- Open to pushing new boundaries, work extremely well in multi-disciplinary global teams, able to speak up, anticipate technical challenges and plan ahead
- Looks beyond the immediate problem and generates new/innovative solutions to complex problems
- Be a strong communicator, sharing technical knowledge with non-technical partners in a clear and meaningful way (also challenges and constraints)
- Strong project management skills to drive new technology programs to deliver verified solutions from concept to manufacturing
- Demonstrates proficient knowledge of a wide variety of materials and manufacturing methods (ex. Organic coatings, adhesives, polymers, and more)
- Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and proficient presentation skills
- Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work respectfully with others
- Experience working in the consumer electronics industry
- Previous experience or knowledge of organic materials including, but not limited to, organic coatings, powder coatings, inks, adhesives, potting materials, etc
- Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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