Material & Process Engineer I
Group: Eng Materials Group N. America
Division: Noise Vibration & Harshness (NVH)
Location: USA Erie PA LORD
Job Family : Engineering
Job Type : Regular
Posted : May 5, 2026
Job ID: 65348
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We are seeking a Materials & Process Engineer skilled in elastomer formulation development and process optimization. This role delivers robust materials solutions to advance capabilities in aerospace and industrial applications. On-the-job training/mentorship will be provided as well as opportunities for continuous learning.
Responsibilities:
Optimize elastomer properties including fatigue, thermal/chemical resistance, and processability
Evaluate new raw materials (polymers, fillers, curatives, anti-degradants, etc.) for novel performance and qualify additional sources of existing materials to reduce supply chain risk
Write reports documenting experimental procedures and material characterization results
Work closely with technicians to achieve efficient laboratory operations (elastomer mixing, processing, bonding, testing, etc.)
Observe all safety rules, consistently practice safe working habits, and provide safety guidance to others
Work in cross-functional teams to identify and implement viable solutions to technical issues
Obtain information from stakeholders to establish appropriate prioritization for each project
Maintain accurate and complete records (data/notes, photographs, reports, etc.) for all testing/development
Analyze data, screen for anomalies, and take appropriate corrective action as needed
Apply statistical analysis to determine similarities/differences in complex data
Work with Material & Process Engineering team to support ongoing projects
Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain standard and custom equipment
Continuously improve operational safety, quality, and efficiency
Communicate test results and status clearly and punctually
Understand and minimize sources of test variation
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in material, polymer, or chemical discipline
0-2 years of relevant work experience
Working knowledge of elastomer formulation techniques for optimizing/improving properties
Demonstrated ability to generate and follow written instructions such as design of experiments, test plans, product/tooling drawings, work instructions, operating procedures, specifications, etc.
Willingness to learn/use diverse lab equipment including rubber mills, presses, and hydraulic test machines
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.
With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.
Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.
Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.
By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.
As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
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