R&D Engineer (Entry Level)

Pratt R&D Engineer (Entry Level)

Job Description

Pratt R&D is focused on the development of new products and technologies to advance the capabilities of Pratt Industries to serve their customer base across a wide range of industries. From paper production to complex thermal packaging and beyond, Pratt is constantly pushing the boundaries to discover new solutions to age-old problems. With the expansion of the new product development cold chain testing lab, a qualified engineer is needed.

R&D Engineering Job Responsibilities:

• Creating and developing new products to meet consumer needs.
• Contributing towards the planning, execution and monitoring of testing a product.
• Redesigning and refining existing products.
• Meeting with other departments to discuss product concepts
• Testing prototypes for functionality and longevity
• Prepare and perform cold chain tests with various different food products.
• Strong general understanding of technology.
• Keeping the lab space sterilized and organized.
• Import and organize data in excel.
• Document all photos and steps of each test performed.

This is a salaried position that includes a monthly bonus structure. The hours are 8:30-5:30 with a one-hour lunch break, 5 days per week (40 hours). Some weekend and weekday overtime as needed to meet critical deadlines. Pratt has a culture of moving fast and working in teams to achieve goals. The ability to work well with others under stressful conditions is critical. At the same time Pratt is family oriented and very supportive of their employees, providing generous vacation and holiday schedules, medical and retirement benefits, as well as professional development and a safe, friendly work environment.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or relevant field.
• 0-6 months experience in related position
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.).
• Advanced analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate an ability provide innovative and creative solutions

Additional R&D Engineer Qualifications/Skills:

• Willingness to learn new equipment and techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to solve basic technical problems.
• Direct experience with the use of spreadsheets to compile data.
• Ability to execute tasks with minimal oversight.
• Highly organized and precise.
• Ability to occasionally handle boxes weighing up to 60lbs.
• Ability to spot trends over multiple tests.
• Have a respect for procedures and standards.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and organization.
• Experience in leadership.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.
Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.