{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3ea1cddee89fa6845d00b449","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3ea1cddee89fa6845d00b449","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3ea1cddee89fa6845d00b449","title":"Associate Development Engineer","description":"Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility\n\nPicture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day.\n\nAt TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 9,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.\n\nHere, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact.\n\nBecause at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next.\n\nWhat is the role where you can innovate?\nTekniPlex is hiring an Associate Development Engineer to join the Innovation R&D Group at our Global Innovation Center in Holland, Ohio. The Associate Development Engineer is an introductory role to support the development and commercialization of innovative packaging technologies within the Global Innovation Center. This role will work under the direction of the Director of Innovation, and closely with other Development Engineers, scientists, and cross-functional teams to execute exploratory research and development projects, generate technical data, develop proof‑of‑concept prototypes, and support innovation initiatives from concept through validation. The successful candidate will have a strong technical foundation, a hands‑on approach to experimentation, and a passion for developing sustainable packaging solutions.\n\nWhat technical skills do you have?\n\nBasic knowledge of materials science, chemistry, and engineering fundamentals.\n\nFamiliarity with laboratory testing methods and analytical techniques.\n\nExperience with experimental design and statistical data analysis.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.\n\nExperience preparing technical reports and presentations.\n\nStrong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.\n\nHands‑on, self‑motivated approach to innovation and experimentation.\n\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\n\nAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.\n\nStrong teamwork and collaboration skills in a global environment.\n\nCuriosity, creativity, and a passion for developing sustainable packaging solutions.\n\nResearch & Development\n\nSupport and lead exploratory R&D projects and process trials focused on new packaging technologies and materials.\n\nDesign, execute, and document laboratory experiments and pilot‑scale trials.\n\nGenerate technical data to evaluate material performance, manufacturability, and commercial feasibility.\n\nCreate proof‑of‑concept prototypes and support scale‑up activities.\n\nTesting & Analysis\n\nConduct performance testing including mechanical, barrier, dimensional, and environmental evaluations.\n\nSupport analytical testing and material characterization using laboratory instrumentation.\n\nAnalyze experimental results and provide data‑driven recommendations.\n\nMaintain accurate records, technical reports, and project documentation.\n\nProject Support\n\nCollaborate with cross‑functional teams including Product Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sustainability, Quality, and Operations.\n\nSupport project planning, milestone tracking, and technical reviews.\n\nPrepare technical summaries, presentations, and reports for management and innovation review meetings.\n\nAssist in identifying new technology opportunities, industry trends, and competitive developments.\n\nContribute ideas that advance the company’s innovation pipeline and sustainability objectives.\n\nParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory operations, testing methods, and prototyping capabilities.\n\nWhat innovative skills do you bring to the role?\n\nBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.\n\nExperience in packaging, paper science, molded fiber, polymers, coatings, or related materials technologies is preferred.\n\nExperience conducting laboratory experiments, testing, and data analysis.\n\nTravel\n\nUp to 10% domestic and international travel may be required to support development trials, customer interactions, supplier visits, and technology evaluations.\n\nCompensation\nThe compensation range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 with annual bonus potential.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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