Research Engineer

Location: Arkadelphia, AR

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing. Under this roof, we are assembling a winning team that puts the customer at the center of every decision and doesn't back down from hard work. Under this roof, we support one another in delivering operational excellence daily, while working to make a positive impact for our planet and our communities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary
We are looking for a Research Engineer who will be recognized within their R&D group as a key contributor. The individual is known, valued, and will provide some technical assistance to other functional areas. He/She understands the basic technology involved in a product platform and can contribute improvements.

Essential Duties

• Participate in providing sound recommendations, innovative solutions and technical guidance which results in sustainable business advantage

• Make compelling cases for technical recommendations to the R & D team as well as other functional areas

• Own the technical schedule, ensuring that it is current and adhered to by applicable team members

• Apply standard DOE packages to set up and analyze experiments

• Use SPC data to determine next steps in process troubleshooting

• Refine and reduce to practice patentable/trade secret ideas and concepts

• Provide technical direction for several smaller projects and key product lines Partner with functional resources to achieve goals

• Participate in project teams led by other functional areas to provide specific expertise to the effort

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

• 3+ years of relevant experience

Qualifications Preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge in product quality tests and product requirements versus specification.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the RCN system.

• Experience writing intervention disclosures.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently

• Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently

• Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally

• Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally

• Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally

• Reaching - Occasionally

• Handling - Occasionally

• Grasping - Occasionally

• Communicate/Talking - Frequently

• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently

• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Temperature Change - Occasionally

Dimensions
Number of Indirect Reports: 0
Number of Direct Reports: 0

Travel Requirements: 0% - May require occasional travel in connection to job duties as it relates to conferences, site visits, professional development or learning opportunities, etc. in which advance notice of travel expectations/events will be provided.

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $76,000-$104,500

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).