Overview:Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for new product development, existing product optimization and/or product improvement
- Provide technical support to others as necessary by answering product-related questions and providing solutions in a variety of capacities
- Provide expertise in the resolutions of product-related issues, product performance, problem solving and product quality
- Supervise and coordinate machine trials for new product development
- Compare and contrast competitive products
- Provide communication between the supplier, the customer and appropriate departments within Knauf
- Interact with industry organizations such as but not limited to ASTM , ASHRAE, and Underwriter’s Laboratories
Qualifications:Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other technical field
Experience:
- Minimum two (2) years of experience providing technical expertise
- Experience with code standard development or energy conservation highly preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of building and construction industries
- Knowledge of engineering and technology
- Knowledge of thermal/pipe insulation, acoustics or industrial applications highly preferred
- Knowledge of production and processing
- Knowledge of quality control analysis
- Ability to identify problems and provide solutions
- Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time
- Ability to communicate effectively across various groups including Plant Operations, Engineering and Technical Services
- Troubleshooting skills
- Critical Thinking and mathematics skills
- Negotiation/persuasion skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shelbyville, IN 46176: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Product Support/Testing : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or Engineer degree (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
