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Knoxville, TN | Full-Time, Summer 2026 Company: SkyNano LLC About SkyNano SkyNano is a fast-growing ... We've developed and patented an electrochemical process to convert CO into high-performance carbon ...

Knoxville, TN | Full-Time, Summer 2026 Company: SkyNano LLC About SkyNano SkyNano is a fast-growing ... We've developed and patented an electrochemical process to convert CO₂ into high-performance ...

Field Technician

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

... patented first-of-its-kind technology for industrial wastewater recycling to cleaning-up legacy ... Applicant must have the ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and be able to follow ...

Field Technician

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

... patented first-of-its-kind technology for industrial wastewater recycling to cleaning-up legacy ... Applicant must have the ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, and be able to follow ...

About the LG Chem Family of Companies With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations ... Engineering & Cross-Team Support: * Review OEM manuals and SOPs to ensure proper execution of ...

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What is the difference between Fulltime Patent Engineer vs Patent Analyst?

AspectFulltime Patent EngineerPatent Analyst
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, patent law knowledge, possibly patent agent registrationLegal or technical background, patent law familiarity, often no registration needed
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, R&D departments, patent officesLegal firms, patent consulting companies, corporate IP departments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, R&D firms, patent officesLegal firms, patent firms, corporate IP teams
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

The main difference is that Fulltime Patent Engineers are involved in drafting, prosecuting, and managing patents, often requiring engineering expertise and patent law knowledge. Patent Analysts primarily evaluate patent data, perform patent landscape analyses, and support patent strategy without the same technical drafting responsibilities.

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Product Development Engineer

Magnera Corporation

Old Hickory, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Magnera rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Work in a cross-functional team of nonwoven material developers and engineers to deliver on agreed milestones for new product development projects.

Responsibilities

Work in a cross-functional team of nonwoven material developers and engineers to deliver on agreed milestones for new product development projects.

Ensure design, development, and introduction of new and improved products with higher value to consumer products.

Develop new products as defined by management, utilizing technology road maps, functional plans and other resources.

Deliver on project objectives in the initiation, design, development, and optimization of Nonwoven Fabrics/Laminates after receiving functional guidance.

Plan, conduct, coordinate and supervise lab and pilot studies with minimal supervision.

Lead product scale up and line trials and writes trial reports.

Develop and build laboratory capabilities for applications development.

Research all available raw materials which could lead to improved products and profitability.

Market analysis, cost comparisons/evaluations, competitor product and process assessment.

Develop and maintain an expert level knowledge of spunlace and other related nonwoven technologies and high-performance nonwovens and wipes supply chain.

Ensure protection of technologies, processes, materials, and products through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.

Set priorities and keep momentum going on a mixed project portfolio including new products, raw materials, cost-out programs, technology platforms, and project timelines.

Respond quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer-range strategic projects and goals.

Qualifications

At a minimum, either: a U.S. Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or a related science/engineering field, or the foreign degree equivalent and 2 years' experience in the job offered or a related occupation, OR, a U.S. Master's degree in Textile Engineering or a related science/engineering field, or the foreign degree equivalent.

Experience working in a laboratory or engineering role with natural and synthetic fibers finishes for non-wovens or textile developments.

Experience with lamination, embossing, calendering, and other converting processes.

Experience with Stage-Gate Process, Statistical Data Analysis, and Design of Experiments.

Experience with Products, Materials, and Federal regulations associated with surgical and infection prevention, primarily masks and facial protection.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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