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Purosil LLC

Polymer Materials Scientist

Corona, CA · On-site

Acts as a bridge between our scientists, engineers, customers, and operators with the world of ... Flexible spending account * Health savings account * Life insurance * Vision insurance Work ...

Starpath

Polymer Chemist - Space Solar

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$125K - $200K/yr

Engineer moisture and oxygen barrier systems with ultra-low water vapor transmission rate (WVTR ... OPV, or flexible electronics) * Hands-on experience with ultra-low WVTR/OTR barrier materials ...

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How much do flexible polymer engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible polymer engineer in the United States is $89,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Polymer Engineer vs Polymer Development Engineer?

AspectFlexible Polymer EngineerPolymer Development Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, product development teamsResearch labs, R&D departments, manufacturing settings
Industry UsageDesigning flexible, stretchable polymers for consumer electronics, wearablesDeveloping new polymer formulations for various applications including flexible materials

The Flexible Polymer Engineer focuses on creating and optimizing flexible, stretchable polymers for specific applications like electronics and wearables. In contrast, the Polymer Development Engineer works on developing new polymer formulations across a broader range of industries. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and often work in overlapping environments, but their focus areas differ in application and product development scope.

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Infographic showing various Flexible Polymer Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,329 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Polymer Process Engineer

D'Addario & Company

Farmingdale, NY • On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Overview
D'Addario & Company is the largest manufacturer and distributor of musical instrument accessories in the world. As a US based manufacturing company, we pride ourselves on high automation machinery and innovative technology, as well as our commitment to environmentally sustainable practices. Through our work with the D'Addario Foundation we are committed to helping make music education accessible and ensuring hundreds of thousands of students can participate in music-making programs worldwide, regardless of instrumentation, genre, or life circumstance. Most importantly, we pride ourselves on our diverse team of individuals who commit to the embodiment of our core values of curiosity, passion, candor, family and responsibility and translate them into action every day.
The Polymer Process Engineer is responsible for understanding polymer materials and manufacturing processes, and contributing this knowledge in support of product and process development, performance testing, quality assurance, and continual improvement. Specifically, this role will have responsibility for product development and manufacturing support in connection with injection molding, monofilament extrusion, and pultrusion processes. The position will work on-site 5 days a week at our Farmingdale, Long Island, NY headquarters.
At D'Addario, we don't just offer a job-we offer a career with one of the most iconic names in the music industry. We're passionate about innovation, craftsmanship, and creating a workplace where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas thrive. We're eager to connect with individuals who bring fresh thinking and a collaborative spirit. If you're ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear how you'll add value to our team.
Some Perks & Benefits of Working at D'Addario:
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan: Once eligible, D'Addario provides an employer Safe Harbor contribution of 3% of total annual earnings, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional 7% in employer Discretionary contributions, regardless of employee contribution level
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave
  • Fertility and family-building benefits
  • Annual performance and compensation reviews
  • Career pathing and professional development via LinkedIn Learning
  • A generous allotment of Paid Time Off (PTO) days
  • Flexible sick day policy
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Enhanced short-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on D'Addario products and merchandise
  • Company jam nights, artist performances, holiday parties, and special events
  • A passionate, talented team that loves what they do!

Compensation:
We offer a competitive total compensation package. The base salary range for this role is $90,000-$150,000 and is commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in accordance with company policy.
Responsibilities
  • Manage technical operations of injection molding, extrusion, and pultrusion processes
  • Raw material selection, compounding, qualification, and inventory management all the various products defined above.
  • Review and provide input to part drawings, specifications, and part tolerancing
  • Oversee mold and die design, set-up, qualification, maintenance and storage
  • Plan the creation of a mold making & repair facility
  • Facilitate equipment upgrades, modifications, and repairs
  • Create work instructions, carry out operator training, implement QC procedures
  • Coordinate technical problem solving, root cause analysis, and continual improvement activities
  • Implement in-process data acquisition, process capability assessments, and Statistical Process Control
  • Carry out product performance and acceptance testing
  • Manage external vendors as necessary

Qualifications
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years direct experience with injection molding, extrusion, and/or pultrusion materials and processes.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office, Excel, statistical analysis software such as Minitab, and 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks.
  • Ability to communicate and report conclusions clearly and concisely.
  • Specific knowledge in polymer structure, properties, compounding, processing, and quality control.
  • Expert understanding of polymer characterization, standardized test methods and equipment.
  • Review and provide input to mold and die designs, mold flow, finite element, and thermal analysis reports.
  • Six Sigma, Lean, and Total Quality Management knowledge desirable.
  • General skills in root cause analysis, continual improvement, and quality assurance.
  • Formal project management skills desirable.

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