R&D Engineer I

Trex Company
Winchester, VA
Category Engineering
Job Description
The R&D Engineer is responsible for the improvement of existing and design and development of new products, formulations, and equipment at Trex, a leading manufacturer of composite decking and outdoor living products.

Requirements

  • Put safety first
  • Lead and foster our ‘people first’ culture
  • Create/ensure/promote a safe and environmentally responsible work environment
  • Conduct Safe execution of pilot and/or plant trials and testing
  • Design, develop, and improve Trex products, processes, and/or raw materials
  • Set-up experimental design, develop required operating parameters for material and equipment based on observed data and best practices
  • Understand raw material and/or product testing techniques, data acquisition, and data analysis
  • Develop all required product, process, and/or raw material documentation
  • Communicate and consult with outside technical resources
  • Communicate project status as needed across all departments and levels of the organization as required
  • Generate project ideas to improve Trex costs, profitability, market share, and/or product offering
  • Participate in additional duties as required by leadership

Benefits

  • Time Off
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Training and Education
  • Stock Purchase Program
  • Employee Discount Program
]]>