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The engineering technician serves a supporting role within the Research & Development team. The primary focus is hands-on execution of project tasks. The activities frequently change on a day to day ...

The engineering technician serves a supporting role within the Research & Development team. The primary focus is hands-on execution of project tasks. The activities frequently change on a day to day ...

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for research development engineer in the United States is $96,571.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Metallurgical Process & Product Development Engineer - Advanced Engineering

Kaiser Aluminium

Heath, OH

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it-innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people.We are looking for aProcess & Product Development Engineer to join our Advanced Engineering team inNewark Ohio!

The Process & Product Development Engineer will work on and lead identified priority projects while also collaborating with our manufacturing sites on process and product improvement initiatives, driving sustained changes via data driven analysis. With the technical resources in the Kaiser Aluminum extrusion facilities, this individual will be expected to support and strongly collaborate with sites to foster the technical competencies and experiences, while leveraging best practices across the enterprise.

What you will work on:

  • Develop, define, and complete on a timely basis the assigned Research & Development projects

  • Work in cross-functional teams, interacting with the Advanced Engineering team and Kaiser plant based resources, collaborating on and completing prioritized tasks and initiatives
  • Collaborating with plants, supporting process analysis and improvement initiatives
  • Utilize data to drive fact-based, sustainable improvements in process and product control throughout Kaiser's facilities
  • Develop and apply technical understanding of aluminum alloy processing, including casting, rolling, extrusion, drawing, thermal processing, and destructive and nondestructive testing
  • Design experiments using research and production processing equipment. Analyze experimental results and make recommendations based on analysis
  • Researching new and existing aluminum materials and/or processes for potential improvements to Kaiser's products and processes
  • Support the analysis of product issues/changes through various metallographic techniques
  • Communicate project status and technical findings clearly through reports, presentations, and stakeholder updates
  • Write technical reports summarizing work as well as presentations to peers on progress of projects
  • Evaluate equipment designs and capabilities, recommend upgrades, and prepare technical specifications for equipment and testing
  • Lead and/or contribute to Housekeeping and 5S initiatives through active involvement within the Advanced Engineering team
  • Support safety initiatives through active involvement in the safety process