Elastomer Development Engineer

What you’ll be doing: Develop and optimize FFKM and other high-performance elastomer formulations Work hands-on with mixing, milling, molding, and cure processes Develop application data around compression set, plasma resistance, cryogenic behavior, and thermal performance Connect material properties and processing to real-world seal performance Design experiments, analyze results, and troubleshoot technical issues Support manufacturing scale-up and new product qualification Work with semiconductor OEMs, seal manufacturers, R&D, manufacturing, and commercial teams Present technical findings to customers, at conferences, webinars, and industry events

What we’re looking for: Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field 8+ years of experience with elastomers, polymer formulation, rubber compounding, or high-performance materials Strong hands-on experience with elastomer compounding and molding Understanding of fillers, cure systems, and processing trade-offs Strong experimental design and problem-solving skills Experience moving laboratory development into manufacturing and real-world applications Semiconductor, FFKM, sealing, or other demanding end-use experience is a plus This is a great opportunity to work on advanced materials supporting the semiconductor industry while having a direct impact on product development, application performance, and customer qualification.