Hybrid Process Engineer na Pratt Industries

Pratt R&D is focused on the development of new products and technologies to advance the capabilities of Pratt Industries to serve their customer base across a wide range of industries.  From paper production to complex thermal packaging and beyond, Pratt is constantly pushing the boundaries to discover new solutions to age-old problems. With the expansion of the new product development cold chain testing lab, a qualified engineer is needed.

R&D Engineer Job Responsibilities:

• Creating and developing new products to meet consumer needs.
• Contributing towards the planning, execution and monitoring of testing a product.
• Redesigning and refining existing products.
• Meeting with other departments to discuss product concepts
• Testing prototypes for functionality and longevity
• Prepare and perform cold chain tests with various different food products.
• Strong general understanding of technology.
• Keeping the lab space sterilized and organized.
• Import and organize data in excel.
• Document all photos and steps of each test performed.

Pratt has a culture of moving fast and working in teams to achieve goals. The ability to work well with others under stressful conditions is critical. At the same time Pratt is family oriented and very supportive of their employees, providing generous vacation and holiday schedules, medical and retirement benefits, as well as professional development and a safe, friendly work environment.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Preferred), Materials Science or relevant field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.).
• Advanced analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate an ability provide innovative and creative solutions

Additional R&D Engineer Qualifications/Skills:

• Willingness to learn new equipment and techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to solve basic technical problems.
• Direct experience with the use of spreadsheets to compile data.
• Ability to execute tasks with minimal oversight.
• Highly organized and precise.
• Ability to occasionally handle boxes weighing up to 60lbs.
• Ability to spot trends over multiple tests.
• Have a respect for procedures and standards.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and organization.
• Experience in leadership.