align technology
sr. materials engineersan jose,ca,95111
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Join a team that is changing millions of lives. Transforming smiles, changing lives. At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person's life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever's next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
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Align Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to join our R&D Core Materials Engineering team. This role will be pivotal for planning and executing projects that focus on new product development, as well as improving Align's existing products, driving the company's sustainability initiatives, product packaging design and validation, support manufacturing, regulatory, quality, supply chain and other company efforts while maintaining the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have broad and in-depth knowledge of polymer materials and strong problem-solving skills.
* Develop and guide new medical device product development from start to finish.
* Lead and execute the design, development, and validation of innovative packaging solutions for medical devices.
* Drive sustainability initiatives in plastic recycling process development, materials characterization, and applications to reduce environmental impact and create values.
* Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Clinical Research, Marketing, Operations, Regulatory, and Legal teams towards the development of new products or the improvement of existing products or processes.
* Work independently at the laboratory bench to develop and evaluate new products or to adapt and improve existing ones.
* Select, design, and evaluate a variety of materials (e.g., thermoplastics, elastomers, composites, adhesives) to determine the best combination of materials for specific applications.
* Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment. - Interface with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and technical collaborators to deliver technical solutions. - Prioritize and meet deadlines while constructing project timetables.
* Prepare written reports summarizing key findings. - Identify and implement effective courses of action.
* Coach, motivate, and mentor junior engineers and lab technicians as needed.
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