R&d Engineer

Sonoco Employees Benefit Trust

Base: $73,280 - $137,610 depending on level; bonus...
Finite element analysis (fea) modeling
Solid and experimental mechanics expertise
Statistical data analysis proficiency
This role serves as a technical lead in characterizing material behavior and product performance for paper and paper products

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a technical lead in characterizing material behavior and product performance for paper and paper products.
  • The position requires developing complex linear and non-linear FEA models to predict structural behavior and optimize product performance.
  • Sonoco offers a comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) with match, and tuition reimbursement.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a technical lead in characterizing material behavior and product performance for paper and paper products.

Salary

Base: $73,280 - $137,610 depending on level; Bonus: 7.5% target annual bonus for Levels III and IV; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) modeling
  • Solid and experimental mechanics expertise
  • Statistical data analysis proficiency
  • Fortran legacy code maintenance
  • Python application development

Nice-to-have

  • Composite materials background
  • Abacus commercial environment experience
  • Engineering intuition for complex problems
  • Project ownership and budgeting skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration abilities

Key Requirements

  • MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of mechanical and structural analysis experience
  • PhD preferred in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Work Rights

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