Entry Level Research And Development Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Title: Entry-Level Research Engineer (Materials & Product Development)
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Research Engineer to support the development, compounding, and testing of advanced polymer and composite material systems. In this role, you will engage in hands-on laboratory work-assisting in the formulation of materials, conducting rigorous mechanical and environmental testing, and preparing technical data reports to drive product innovation.
This is an ideal opportunity for a recent engineering or hard science graduate looking to build a career in materials research, product development, and industrial laboratory testing. Working alongside senior scientists and engineers, you will gain exposure to both laboratory-scale compounding and prototype trials in production manufacturing environments. If you have a solid foundation in chemistry, physics, or engineering and a passion for hands-on material science, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Materials Preparation & Compounding
• Formulation Support: Assist in the preparation, compounding, and formulation of polymer-modified matrices, coatings, and composite materials.
• Process Execution: Support laboratory mixing and processing activities while adhering to strict safety protocols and standard operating procedures to ensure consistent material batches.
• Prototype Trials: Collaborate with engineering teams to assist with pilot-scale or production facility trials for new product prototypes.
Laboratory Testing & Analysis
• Mechanical Testing: Perform routine physical and mechanical testing on material samples (evaluating properties such as tensile strength, elongation, thermal stability, and softening points).
• Durability Assessment: Assist with environmental exposure and accelerated weathering testing, including heat aging and environmental stress evaluations.
• Data Integrity: Accurately record, organize, and maintain experimental data, instrument logs, and observations.
Reporting & Safety Compliance
• Data Organization: Compile experimental data tables and summaries for review by senior research leads.
• Safety & 5S Culture: Maintain a safety-oriented laboratory environment adhering to 5S principles, proper hazardous material handling, and rigorous Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, etc.) or a Hard Science (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, or related field).
• Academic Foundation: Completed coursework in college-level chemistry and physics.
• Technical Competencies:
oStrong aptitude for hands-on laboratory work and mechanical/physical testing.
oMeticulous attention to detail with strong record-keeping and data organization skills.
oHigh commitment to workplace safety and adherence to strict laboratory protocols.
Preferred Attributes
• Degree specifically in an Engineering discipline (Chemical or Materials Engineering preferred).
• Specialized coursework or academic focus in Materials Science and Polymer Chemistry/Processing.
• Prior hands-on exposure via cooperative education (Co-Op), internships, or undergraduate research in an industrial or academic laboratory setting.
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Additional Skills
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AllSTEM Representative Contact Info
Account Executive:
Perry
Branch Phone:
(909) 244-1777
Location:
Houston, TX