When you work at Trex, you're helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry... and still leads the way.
We are looking for a Research & Development Engineer II to help us actively manage, drive to completion, and perform key technical tasks in the R&D Technical Services functions for the approval of the expanding number of components, materials, and/or new suppliers that need to be approved through the First Article Process, which will assist in meeting the business needs of the Sourcing department, Continuous Improvement group, and the Supplier Quality group in this First Article approval role of Technical Services. This role is a key member of our Research & Development team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
EXPERIENCE
We are looking for leaders with a bachelor's degree in science or engineering and 2+ years of related professional experience. If you have previous experience with appropriate measurement techniques, engineering principles, and material properties for structural materials such as wood plastic composites, aluminum, and steel, we want to hear from you!
At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there's not a road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate-always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.
WHO WE ARE
Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what's next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world's #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing - all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:
At Trex, you'll become part of a diverse and unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader-learning, adapting, solving and succeeding. We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.
BENEFITS & PERKS
We believe that effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:
CAREER ADVANCEMENT
At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There's an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you've been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise-enhancing your career, your team, and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.
JOB LOCATION
Winchester, VA, United States
POSITION TYPE
Full-Time/Regular