Research Scientist

Gentex Corporation•Zeeland, MI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan. POSITION OVERVIEW Contribute to the discovery, development, and improvement of Gentex technology and engage in research and development, testing, and evaluation of novel technologies, processes, and/or applications. This position is working onsite in Zeeland, MI.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, Mathematics or a related field.
2+ years of relevant research experience.
Proven creativity and strong problem-solving abilities and track record.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or a PhD in Engineering, Science or a related field.
Ability to quickly comprehend and apply new technology and be proactive.
Demonstrated technical interdisciplinary skills.
Project management skills.
Knowledge of statistics and data analysis, particularly using programming languages such as Python or R.
Ability to communicate with those with different types and levels of skills.
Motivated by discovery and problem solving moderated by a developing business sense.

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing new materials, devices and/or processes that help to advance the company’s new and current product offerings.
Assist in the solving of problems associated with production processes, materials and/or products as needed.
Analyze competitor and related patents pertinent to the company’s initiatives, support patent filings and prosecutions and other related activities.
Work with suppliers to find products or technologies which can improve quality, reduce cost, or simplify manufacturing.
Document and analyze experimental data, including maintaining an accurate notebook and/or database of experimental results.
Manage project teams, lead meetings, write minutes, track progress and report finding to senior leadership
Perform various laboratory activities relating to research projects within the various R&D groups.
When needed, aid other group members in the performance of their research and development duties.
Work closely with key disciplines to smoothly execute projects.
Coordinate assembly and testing of new products and/or processes.
Participate in technical collaboration with members from other sections and/or divisions.
Continue to learn and build expertise in a particular technical field, providing consulting to others as needed.
Other duties as assigned.