The R&D Engineer is a member of the Process Development Team and will be accountable for delivering engineering innovations supporting strategic growth initiatives across the Enterprise. The R&D Engineer will be responsible for identifying, developing, industrializing, and deploying manufacturing process technology that deliver safe, sustainable, and capital efficient solutions. The candidate will collaborate effectively with stakeholders in Operations, Science and Technology, Sourcing, Capital Engineering, and Intellectual Property. This role requires both innovation and project management capabilities; experience with Lean Startup Principles and use of Minimum Viable Experiments (MVEs) to quickly evaluate viability is preferred.

Reports to: Leader -Process Development

Span of Control: Individual contributor on an 8-person team that works across the Enterprise

Demonstrate a Commitment to Safety

• Commit to our safety stand: all accidents are preventable, safety is everyone's responsibility, and working safely is a condition of employment.
• Ensure rigorous compliance to standard safety procedures and OC corporate policies.
• Proactively identify and resolve hazards in the workplace and improve the safety of our processes.
• Actively participate in team safety activities and incorporates safety into all trials.
• Conduct risk and safety assessments on new processes and equipment.

Lead Process Transformation Projects from Concept Through Implementation.

• Identify, develop, industrialize, and deploy novel process innovations in a safe, sustainable, and capital efficient way.
• Utilizes Minimum Viable Experiment (MVE) and lean startup principles to enable faster development of innovative concepts while proving value hypotheses.
• Use engineering fundamentals and experimental designs to quickly create prototypes and scale-up solution. Lead and execute trials that validate performance and mitigate risks.
• Practice Results-Driven Project Management (RPM) for effective execution and clear communication including roles & responsibilities, timelines, resources, and results.
• Utilize technical literature, conferences, and subject matter experts to remain abreast of industry trends in manufacturing process technology. Leverage outside resources to accelerate learnings and expand capabilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in scientific or engineering field.
• 2+ years of experience in engineering or science-related industry position.
• Demonstrated experience in effective technical project management.
• Willingness to travel as needed (10-25%) to support project work.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate degree in scientific or engineering field.
• Demonstrated track record of process development, from concept to implementation, within large cross-functional organizations in R&D and/or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with lean startup methodology or minimum viable experiments (MVEs).
• Technical knowledge and/or experience with Owens Corning products, processes, applications, and customers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Balance of theoretical and practical experience with passion for manufacturing technology.
• Ability to interface with plant personnel and execute projects in the manufacturing environment.
• Project management - effective management of projects including but not limited to scope, schedule, cost, risk, resource, and issue management.
• Technical leadership - previous execution of small to large scale projects including cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and self-motivated with the ability work independently and own delivery of project outcomes.
• Team oriented with desire to collaborate and drive results across functional and discipline boundaries in a dynamic environment.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses - Composites, Insulation, and Roofing - provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 18,000 employees in 30 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 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.