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Sr. Composite Engineer

CPS, Inc. · Worcester, MA1mo ago
$90k – $110k

Listed pay for BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked center on $125k (333 with a salary).

Develop fiber-reinforced composite systems and thermoset polymer matrix formulations for customers

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on with carbon fiber, aramid, and ceramic fiber systems; direct customer collaboration on advanced composite solutions.

Might not be for you. Requires 5+ years of hands-on composite experience; customer-facing and travel up to 20%.

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Core polymer rolefiber-reinforced composites and thermoset resin systems; polymer matrix formulation; prepeg processing and curing; carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid fibers

Seniority
Senior
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
5+ yrs
Industry
Chemicals
Role
R&D / Research
Techniques

Role details

Composite Engineer

A leading advanced materials manufacturer is seeking a Senior Materials & Composites Engineer with an advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in fiber-reinforced composites and thermoset resin systems. You’ll work directly with customers to develop innovative composite solutions for high-performance applications.

Duties

  • Collaborate with customers and Sales to gather and analyze material requirements and specifications.
  • Design and develop advanced fiber-reinforced composite systems.
  • Design and formulate polymer matrix systems.
  • Evaluate fiber and textile reinforcement materials.
  • Optimize prepeg processing and curing parameters.
  • Conduct mechanical, thermal, and fire performance evaluations.
  • Lead multidisciplinary projects through qualification and commercialization.
  • Provide technical application support to customers, Sales, and internal teams.
  • Troubleshoot customer processing and application issues.
  • Support manufacturing scale-up and continuous process improvement.

Salary

$90,000 - $110,000

Benefits

M/D/V

Technical Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Composite Materials, or related discipline.
  • Advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on composite materials experience.
  • Experience with polymer matrix formulation.
  • Experience with prepeg processing and composite manufacturing.
  • Composite fabrication and laboratory development.
  • Cure optimization and process development.
  • Mechanical, thermal, and fire performance valuation.
  • Experience with carbon fiber, fiberglass, ceramic fibers, aramid fibers, and textile reinforcements.
  • Strong understanding of thermoset resin systems and engineering thermoplastics.
  • Product commercialization experience.
  • Experience with ablative materials or thermal protection systems is a strong plus.
  • Willingness to travel 10-20%
  • If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Alicia Mytnik at [email protected].

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Sr. Composite Engineer role at CPS, Inc.?

The listed annual base salary range is $90K–$110K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Sr. Composite Engineer role at CPS, Inc. based?

This role is based in Worcester, MA.

What degree is required for the Sr. Composite Engineer role at CPS, Inc.?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this Sr. Composite Engineer role require?

The posting calls for at least 5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Sr. Composite Engineer role work with?

fiber-reinforced composites, thermoset resin systems, carbon fiber, fiberglass, aramid fibers.

What techniques or methods are required for this Sr. Composite Engineer role?

mechanical testing, thermal analysis, fire performance evaluation.