Polymer Engineer

Lexmark is a global Fortune 500 developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions and services in more than 150 countries. Unlike some of its competitors, Lexmark develops and owns the technology inside its products, giving us a competitive edge and allowing us to more quickly introduce new products. This ownership of technology, along with a commitment to innovation and unique path to market, have been the ingredients of our success since the company was founded. Being employed by a technology leader has its advantages, and people who like to work in a fast paced environment love being with Lexmark.

 

Job Description:

The Polymer Engineer will be working in a product support role across the entire Lexmark product line, working with both development and production groups.  He or she will be involved with all aspects of using polymer materials at Lexmark, including material selection, failure analysis, quality assurance, plastic processing, new material testing and qualification, chemical compatibility testing, environmental compliance, and assist with supply chain and cost reduction efforts. 

 

Job Duties: 

The polymer engineer will support inkjet and laser printer groups, in both development and production.  The engineer will be expected to interface with the design team to help them choose proper polymer materials for their parts, and ensure proper drawing notes are used.  He or she will also assist in failure analysis and quality assurance support as requested by the design or production.

Ideally, the engineer should be familiar with injection molding, and how processing steps, tooling design, and material choice can affect the overall part dimensions and quality.  The engineer will run test equipment in the materials lab, and assist in the development of new test methods as needed.

The engineer will need to interface with the analytical team to get analysis done in support of the failure analysis and quality assurance work.  They will also need to work with the CAD/CAM groups, and be familiar with mold flow and FEA analysis, and their appropriate use.

The engineer will also be expected to keep in regular contact with our material supplier representatives, to learn about new grades, to order samples and test grades as needed, and to have an understanding of the supply chain and cost of the resins.

 

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering or equivalent

- Fundamental knowledge of polymers

- Ability to understand domestic and international materials standards

- Knowledge of materials testing methods and equipment

- Excellent oral and written communication skills

- Be proficient in the use of MS Office software, particularly Excel

- Have a positive attitude in a customer support role

 

Benefits:

We offer flexible benefits and excellent compensation packages that allow our employees to make choices that fit their individual lifestyles. Benefits include an excellent matching 401k program, stock ownership plans, a stock option plan, dental insurance, medical insurance, disability benefits, confidential employee assistance programs, reimbursement for health club costs, life insurance, a vision-care plan, paid sick time, paid company holidays, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacations. Lexmark offers a relocation package for this opportunity

 

Lexmark International, Inc. proudly supports Affirmative Action and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Lexmark is committed to workforce diversity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.  Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying.  Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen.  Smoke-free workplace. Drug-free work environment. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H1 visas for this position.

 

If you are intrigued by this position, please submit your resume in confidence to job order # 109586 at www.lexmark.com/employ and/or email your resume to acarlile@lexmark.com

Thank you for your interest in Lexmark International.