Senior Scientist/Engineer in New Product Development focusing on pressure sensitive adhesives and manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
Maintain high standard of safety performance
Work with NPD teams in designing pressure sensitive adhesive, back size/release and barrier formulations and coating methods
Conduct research into the structure, properties and performance of pressure sensitive adhesives and their interaction with additives, tape constructions and substrates to improve product design
Manage new product development and research projects including establishing goals, objectives and execution plan, using DOE methods as required; establish specifications for product performance, processing parameters, and raw materials in the creation of new products; and document project results in technical reports
Support research work with strong analysis of the patent and research literature
The Senior Scientist/Engineer will work with New Product Development (NPD) teams to study the structure and properties of pressure sensitive adhesives and how the manufacturing processes affects product performance with the goal of developing critical information needed in the design, development and scale-up of PSA tapes and related products. This position serves as a source of product/process technology knowledge in multiple areas.
Responsibilities
Maintain a high standard of safety performance including conducting all job duties in a safe manner and following the handling, storage and disposal of materials in accordance with environmental regulations
Work with NPD teams in designing pressure sensitive adhesive, back size/release and barrier formulations and coating methods
Conduct research into the structure, properties and performance of pressure sensitive adhesives and their interaction with additives, tape constructions and substrates to improve product design
Manage new product development and research projects including establishing goals, objectives and execution plan, using DOE methods as required; establish specifications for product performance, processing parameters, and raw materials in the creation of new products; and document project results in technical reports
Support of research work with strong analysis of the patent and research literature
Lead patent analysis for consumer electronics and wireless technologies, providing actionable intelligence to executives and members.
Compensation
In compliance with CA Pay Transparency, the RPX target budgeted salary for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 depending on skills and experience and the RPX base salary range is $140,000 to $250,000. In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus opportunity and comprehensive benefits and perks, including group health coverage, company HSA contribution, 401(k) matching, medical disability and family leave benefits, fitness reimbursement, community service days, charitable donation matching, and more, as well as the option to work remotely or from our beautiful San Francisco office.
Responsibilities
Assess numerous engineering, legal, and commercial factors to evaluate patent quality, relevance, and value proposition
Draw on detailed knowledge of consumer electronics, cellular and Wi-Fi technologies, relevant companies, products, and industries
Explain complex technical issues to nontechnical audiences
Isolate critical technical components of patents, products, and services, including hardware, software, communication protocols, and system architectures
Learn and apply legal concepts related to patents, including prosecution, and litigation
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Nice to have: Patent Attorney or Agent
Nice to have: Master's degree or Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
