Research Project Champion

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, material science and engineering, chemical engineering, or related engineering field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industrial experience (non-academic)
• Demonstrated success delivering on technical projects
• Demonstrated success partnering with non-technical functions, subject matter experts, and stakeholders
• Excellent organizational, networking, presentation, and interaction skills  
• Demonstrated ability to generate and test hypotheses, develop, and evaluate alternative solutions as well as capability to generate and test new ideas  
• Demonstrated ability to convey technology and or material benefits to both technical and non-technical audiences internally and externally  
• Ability to develop, execute and communicate project plans and timelines within a global team to achieve project goals in a timely manner  
• Ability to initiate own projects and reviews to gain support and resources  
• Ability to travel 5% of the time

Desired Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, material science and engineering, or chemical engineering with > 5 years of industrial experience (non-academic)
• Successful track record of experience championing technology projects in High Performance Apparel, polymer development, and polymer coating process development
• Experience navigating external service and supply agreements. 

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.

Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore’s hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.

What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. 

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description. 

Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact