<p>The R&D Chemical Engineer will work as a member of a project team to develop new products, technologies, and processes to support Albany International's objective of supplying the highest value products in the Paper Machine Clothing Industry. Strong problem solving, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have the ability to take over leadership of projects after 2 - 3 years.</p> <p>Essential Job Functions</p> <ul> <li>Conducts laboratory tests and/or pilot trials on multiple projects both independently and as a team member </li><li>Builds and tests laboratory prototypes of new product concepts </li><li>Produces documents, summarizes, interprets and reports laboratory data in support of an assigned R&D project and/or technical service task </li><li>Generates ideas for research or new products </li><li>Plans, conducts, schedules, and coordinates small projects </li><li>Gains knowledge of Albany products and markets </li><li>Uses knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing and laboratory equipment and testing processes to solve problems </li><li>Exercises judgment on the progress of the work and makes changes to tasks as needed </li><li>Delivers written reports and/or oral technical presentations on test or pilot trial results to leaders and managers </li><li>Designs custom equipment modifications or develops custom test methods as needed </li><li>Develops resources outside and inside the company </li><li>Reads, understands and is committed to conducting business in accordance to Albany International's Business Ethics Policy. All business of the company should, at all times, be conducted ethically, fairly, honestly and with integrity. </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <p>Required Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Applied Statistics and Design-of-Experiments Methodology </li><li>Problem solving skills </li><li>Ability to work independently or as part of a team </li></ul> <p>Required Experience:</p> <ul> <li>0 - 5 years work experience. Strong interest in materials, automation, and processes at a hands-on level. </li></ul> <p>Education Requirements:</p> <p>Bachelor Degreex OR Masters degree OR PhD (will accept masters degree or PHD)</p> <p>Field of Study:</p> <p>Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering/Science, Materials Science</p>