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AlignTech Materials Engineer 
China, Sichuan, Ziyang 
343960881

01.09.2024

In this role, you will…

  • Work as a liaison between Align Global R&D and China technical teams by interacting with multiple functional teams and providing technical insights to support local needs.
  • Support essential activities related to new product development/transfer, new material/equipment evaluation, and process changes/improvements.
  • Lead localized second sourcing activities by researching and evaluating a variety of materials (e.g., thermoplastics, elastomers, composites, adhesives, etc.) to determine the best combination of materials to the specific applications.
  • Participate and serve as a local lead in product and materials competitive analysis activities including monitoring new materials/product development and commercialization, designing/performing material analysis, interpreting analysis results, and preparing the detailed report.
  • Develop a process to be effectively support the local materials and process inquiries.
  • Document activities in accordance with Align QMS and FDA guidelines.
  • Think critically about products and processes and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Communicate and collaborate with a variety of project stakeholders, engineers, and lab technicians.
  • Build effective working relationship with global and regional teams including the following organizations: Manufacturing, Clinical Research, Marketing, Operations, Regulatory and Legal
  • Work on several projects simultaneously and strive to prioritize activities to meet deadlines and quality outcomes.

In this role, you’ll need …

  • Advanced written and spoken English is required as this role will be required to collaborate with Global Materials Research Team
  • Sound knowledge of Materials/Polymer characterization methods and the underlying theory
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong problem solving and analysis skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities.
  • Must have the ability to apply results to product performance metrics.
  • Ability to work on projects that vary from routine to very complex.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Polymer chemistry, Materials Engineering, or a related field
  • BS with 5+ yearsor MS with 3+ years of directly related experience. Minimal 3+ years of experience in material research especially in polymer characterization
  • Higher education may count as experience.
  • Dental or Medical device experience preferred.