Materials Scientist Professional at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description:

Join Schneider Electric as a Research Scientist Specializing in Materials

Are you passionate about creating safer, more sustainable solutions? Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic Research Scientist specializing in materials to join our innovative team. Drive cutting-edge research and develop advanced materials that enhance safety and sustainability in energy management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze technology and product roadmaps along with market trends to develop a materials innovation pipeline for the region.


• Scout material research and developments in Universities, Labs, and startups to leverage within SE, enhancing our product resilience and sustainability.


• Contribute significantly to understanding global substance regulations and their impact on the North American region.


• Develop and implement a material innovation pipeline that supports localization and resiliency strategies.


• Work comprehensively with various materials such as plastics, metals, surface treatments, composites, and ceramics, requiring a strong foundation in materials and structure-property relationships.


• Lead corporate-level initiatives in Ecodesign and sustainability.

Collaboration and Impact:

• Operate within a Global Materials organization, collaborating across regions to share knowledge and create a global impact.


• Support business units on material-related aspects and implement CTO & corporate strategies.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Material Science with 3-5 years' experience, or a Master's with 8-10 years' experience.


• In-depth knowledge of polymers, thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and polyurethanes, with experience in engineering plastics & composites for specialty applications.


• Skilled in both conventional and advanced manufacturing technologies, including injection molding, extrusion, casting, forging, and additive manufacturing.


• Expertise in ferrous and non-ferrous alloys and surface treatment technologies to enhance product longevity.


• Proficient in leveraging nanotechnology for performance enhancement while ensuring safety and compliance.


• Experienced in materials characterization techniques and understanding of chemistry for material functionalization to boost performance.


• Committed to sustainability in material design to meet environmental targets.


• Proven innovation track record through partnerships with universities and suppliers.

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You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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€36 billion global revenue
+13% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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Are you passionate about creating safer, more sustainable solutions? Schneider Electric is seeking a dynamic Research Scientist specializing in materials to join our innovative team. Drive cutting-edge research and develop advanced materials that enhance safety and sustainability in energy management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze technology and product roadmaps along with market trends to develop a materials innovation pipeline for the region.


• Scout material research and developments in Universities, Labs, and startups to leverage within SE, enhancing our product resilience and sustainability.


• Contribute significantly to understanding global substance regulations and their impact on the North American region.


• Develop and implement a material innovation pipeline that supports localization and resiliency strategies.


• Work comprehensively with various materials such as plastics, metals, surface treatments, composites, and ceramics, requiring a strong foundation in materials and structure-property relationships.


• Lead corporate-level initiatives in Ecodesign and sustainability.

Collaboration and Impact:

• Operate within a Global Materials organization, collaborating across regions to share knowledge and create a global impact.


• Support business units on material-related aspects and implement CTO & corporate strategies.