Sr. Product Development Engineer

Support the Polyethylene (PE) Business by developing new polymer products that meet customer needs. Support existing polymer product lines using Polyethylene Technology assets to generate information needed for Technical Service, Sales, Marketing and Manufacturing to be successful.

Requirements

• Become established as a technical expert in assigned Technology areas, use your skills for product development to support the PE Business objectives.
• Perform experiments to develop products and/or new technologies useful for the PE Business.
• Conduct internal evaluations of commercial and experimental products.
• Provide support to Operations, Technology, Marketing, and other Westlake divisions as needed, including leading cross functional product teams to solve product issues via manufacturing or technology solutions.
• Assist laboratory functions as needed.
• Assist in the investigation, resolution, and documentation of quality complaints, to ultimate conclusions, in an equitable manner beneficial to company and customer.
• Prepare and issue detailed test run plans for both pilot and Manufacturing project trials, ensuring all aspects of operational, safety, and environmental areas are properly addressed.
• Prepare and issue detailed reports periodically to keep management abreast of project status.
• Prepare and conduct technical training for Westlake employees and customers.
• Assist Management with special projects, as assigned.
• Participate and represent Westlake’s interest in industry trade and technical associations such as SPI, SPE, ASTM, TAPPI and NFPA.
• Consult with outside vendors and customers regarding process equipment, industry practice and analytical procedures.
• Other duties as defined / assigned by Management

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan