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Mechanical Engineer, R&D

Dupont

Hybrid
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Senior
5+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 2mo ago

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Job description

Dupont is hiring a Mechanical Engineer, R&D — a full-time, based in Richmond, VA role. Apply directly on Dupont's careers page below.

Mechanical Engineer - Tyvek® R&D

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Remote Type: Hybrid

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

Tyvek® is one of the most recognized materials in the world — it protects hospitals, homes, laboratories, and the people who work in them. We're growing, and we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to help push flash-spinning technology forward and bring new Tyvek® products from concept to commercial scale.

This is hands-on engineering with visible impact. You'll design experiments, solve problems no one has solved before, and see your work move from the lab bench into full-scale manufacturing and out into the market. You'll do it alongside a multidisciplinary R&D team spanning materials science, polymer science, chemistry, and chemical, mechanical, and electrical engineering — a group known for giving engineers real ownership of their programs.

What You'll Do

  • Lead product and process R&D programs from concept through commercial implementation
  • Design and run laboratory, experimental, and modeling studies — then translate the results into clear technical and business direction
  • Own project plans, timelines, and cross-functional testing and implementation activities
  • Communicate technical strategy, progress, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels
  • Partner with scientists and engineers to scale new technology from development into manufacturing
  • Work with external consultants, suppliers, and partners to accelerate project objectives
  • Build the intellectual property portfolio through competitive landscape assessment, invention identification, and patent generation

What You'll Bring

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with relevant industrial or R&D experience
  • Working knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals applied to equipment design, process development, or process optimization
  • Solid grounding in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgment to know which problems matter most
  • Clear communicator who collaborates and influences well across technical and non-technical partners
  • Self-motivated and comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving environment
  • Fluency in English
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice to Have

  • 5+ years of professional experience
  • Experience with 3D CAD tools
  • Experience with data analysis, visualization, and large data sets
  • Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
  • Experience with polymer processing or web-handling equipment

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DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Mechanical Engineer, R&D at Dupont?

The required skills for Mechanical Engineer, R&D at Dupont include: Mechanical Engineering.

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Mechanical Engineer, R&D at Dupont is a Senior level position.

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