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TE Connectivity in Fremont, CA is looking for a Scientist to conduct novel polymeric and composite material development research with the goal of attaining improved material properties or additional functionality. Develop formulations through wet chemistry or melt processing for applications in various electronic devices/components such as connectors, sensors, tubing, etc. Characterize and evaluate materials formulations including rheological, thermal, mechanical, and/or electrical properties, etc. Conduct research in corresponding processes such as potting, molding or extrusion to fabricate prototype devices with the material formulations. Document experimental data, generate technical reports, and present results at internal meetings. Capture materials and process innovation and contribute to TE's IP portfolio. Perform literature/patent searches and scout commercially available technologies in the field of polymers and composites. Provide technical support to various business units as-needed on materials-related challenges .
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Requirements: Master's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Macromolecular Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field (or foreign equivalent), plus 6 months of experience in the job offered, or in a related occupation.
Special Requirements:
Requires 6 months of experience with the following:
- Laboratory research skills including fume hood use, PPE use, handling chemicals.
- Digital data storage and data-driven analytical tools, such as Excel, JMP, intelligent DOE, or AI predictive models.
Requires some knowledge or experience with the following:
- Knowledge of polymeric and/or composite materials, including material chemistry, physical properties, formulation, structure-property relationships, and/or processing.
- Material characterization techniques, such as DSC, TGA, DMA, rheology, or Instron.
- Preparation of reports, manuscripts, proposals, and technical manuals for use by other scientists, collaborators, and customers.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products.
May require employment and background checks.
Please apply at www.jobpostingtoday.com, enter job code 28091 and submit resume.
Job Overview
TE Connectivity's R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products, introduce them into practice. They are responsible for product development, and qualification from market definition through production and release; assist in the qualification of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes; conduct feasibility studies, testing on new and modified designs; direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication and manufacturing ramp. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams provide all required product documentation including, but not limited to, Solid Model, 2D/3D production drawings, product specifications, and testing requirements. They create and modify detailed drawings and drafting or conceptual models from layouts, rough sketches or notes and contribute to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product. Typical fields of expertise include: materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and manufacturing of electrical, mechanical and electronic components, products, and their integration into systems.
What your background should look like:
Competencies
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!
• Competitive Salary Package
• Performance-Based Bonus Plans
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
• Employee Resource Group
Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.