Latham, The Pool Company · 5 hours ago
Materials Engineer - Scientist
Zephyrhills, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expLatham Pool Products is the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, specializing in creating innovative and sustainable swimming pool solutions. The Materials Engineer - Scientist will lead the development and optimization of materials for the company's products, collaborating with various teams to enhance composite performance and support customer-driven innovation.
ChemicalManufacturing
Responsibilities
Research and select alternative composite material and processes for fiberglass pool structural applications
Investigate structure–property relationships to improve mechanical, thermal, and chemical performance
Develop new resin chemistries aligned with market needs, sustainability goals, and regulatory requirements
Stay up to date with advancements in composite material engineering technology and manufacturing techniques, seek opportunities to innovate and improve existing designs and processes
Lead material characterization, testing and material specification development
Interpretate ASTM Testing Specifications and define in-house tests that are aligned with the ASTM specification
Define and maintain detailed material specifications and evaluation processes and generate detailed reports on test results
Develop predictive protocol, define correlation of material and process with product failure mode and life span
Drive experimental design and alternative process to improve manufacturing quality and productivity
Scale up the laboratory prototyping to production at all manufacturing facilities
Interface with manufacturing engineering and production technician to improve process, troubleshoot issues and facilitate operations across all manufacturing plants
Coordinate with supplier, external and in house test labs
Lead material selection, evaluation, and development in other business units
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or Composites and 4+ years of experience or a Ph.D. and 2+ years of experience
Good research background with focus on materials such as fiber reinforced composites, polymers (Epoxy, Polyester & Polyurethane), nanomaterials, thermoset resins, recycled materials and hybrid composites
Understanding of fiber–matrix interactions, interface chemistry, and failure mechanisms
Experience evaluating adhesion, chemical resistance, and environmental sustainability
Material characterization techniques- Mechanical testing, QUV, rheology, blister test, FTIR, XRD, DSC, and DMA
Knowledge of epoxy curing mechanisms, toughening agents, diluents, and adhesion promoters
Understanding of polyester synthesis, styrene reactivity, cure kinetics and polymerization mechanisms
Ability to tailor mechanical and chemical resistance properties through formulation
Knowledge of fiberglass/epoxy composite material, damage mechanics, and manufacturing processes (Open molding, Resin transfer molding, and compression molding etc.)
Experience with fiber reinforced composite material, resin system, additive technology (3D printing) and process
Familiarity with statistical design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis tools
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA and FSA plans available
401(K) with 50% company match up to 6%
Paid Time Off – 3 to 5 weeks per year with weekly accruals starting day one
Holidays - 11 Paid, eligible on day one
Life/ADD Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability insurance with buy up options
Training programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and growth opportunities
Company
Latham, The Pool Company
We are the largest designer, manufacturer and marketer of inground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia and New Zealand.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2021-04-22IPO
2018-12-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Sean Gadd
Chief Executive Officer
Scott Rajeski
Special Advisor
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