Associate Engineer, OEM

The Owens Corning OEM business is the leader in providing thermal, acoustic, and fire retardant insulation solutions to OEM's including appliance, water heater, HVAC, automotive, and others. The Associate Engineer will support the Applications and Product Development teams in providing innovative solutions to customers and bringing new products to market. This position is based at the Owens Corning Science and Technology Center in Granville, Ohio.

Reports to: Sr Applications Engineer

Span of Control: Individual Contributor

TESTING & SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT (60%)

• Collaborates with applications engineering and material development teams to design comprehensive testing plans.
• Conducts testing in various OEM laboratories, including acoustic, thermal, fire, and energy, utilizing advanced testing and data acquisition software.
• Prepares and submits test requests, coordinating testing efforts with non-OEM and third-party laboratories.
• Performs tear-downs and reverse engineering analysis.
• Identifies gaps in testing capabilities and develops proposals to address them.
• Creates new testing methodologies as required.
• Analyzes test data to draw conclusions and determine subsequent steps in iterative testing processes.
• Documents and communicates test results through detailed technical reports for both internal and external customers.
• Collaborates with counterparts in customer laboratories to support concurrent and correlation testing efforts.

PROTOTYPING AND SAMPLE PREPERATION (30%)

• Prepares customer prototypes and samples using a variety of cutting and prototyping technologies, including waterjet, laser cutting, die cutting, hand cutting, laminating, and applying facings and adhesives.
• Prepares and coordinates samples for testing at both internal and external laboratories.

LAB ORGANIZATION AND SAFETY SUPPORT (10%)

• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safety and adherence to Owens Corning's safety procedures and policies.
• Serves as the safety champion for OEM laboratories, actively participating in safety activities and representing OEM in broader site safety teams.
• Ensures a safe work environment for self and coworkers by managing lab and rough work areas, maintaining equipment, and creating and updating safety documentation.
• Writes and updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for lab equipment.
• Organizes and inventories test units in the storage area.
• Organizes and inventories raw material storage areas.
• Assists in coordinating test chamber schedules.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Coordinates with facilities on maintenance and repair needs for the area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology.
• Hands-on mechanical skills, including the ability to operate and maintain equipment.
• Proficient in reading and understanding engineering drawings and prints.
• Skilled in using computer software, including the MS Office Suite.
• Capable of maneuvering objects up to 40 lbs and standing for extended periods.
• Qualified to drive a forklift and obtain a forklift license.
• Experienced in creating and manipulating CAD drawings.
• Willing to travel up to 10% for customer, vendor, and supplier meetings.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experienced in designing and conducting trials, including data collection.
• Proficient in data analysis.
• Background in a manufacturing and/or R&D environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all aspects of work.
• Motivated self-starter who works with minimal supervision and effectively balances multiple assignments.
• Innovative problem solver who thinks outside the box.
• Eager to learn new things with a passion for understanding how things work.
• Detail-oriented with a strong dedication to documenting learnings.
• Adaptable to changing conditions and priorities.
• Possesses strong communication skills.
• Committed to personal development and career growth.

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About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.