Electromechanical Membrane Technologist

About the Role: We are looking for a hands-on Technologist to join our Internal Ventures team developing electrochemical solutions for various markets. In this role, you will be responsible for developing an understanding of product durability while building the required testing infrastructure and implementing appropriate evaluation techniques. Your efforts will leverage a fundamental understanding of electrochemistry to further our membrane development, support IP capture, and evaluate prototypes for new application spaces. You will work closely with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment to rapidly iterate on developments targeting a range of markets

About Internal Ventures: Internal Ventures is comprised of individual "start-ups" that develop products and new businesses in spaces that are not currently being explored elsewhere within the Enterprise. Internal Ventures is a team within the Enterprise Center that leverages staged investments, external partnerships, and an entrepreneurial mentality to generate value for Gore.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Pay and Benefits:

• $95,000 - $150,000 per year
• Roles above $150k are eligible for the variable pay program each fiscal year, based on defined business performance metrics.
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and implement test methods and equipment to assess fitness for use in partnership with application engineering and New Product Development
• Problem solve and troubleshoot technical challenges in processing, testing, or in application as they arise, driving analytical lab work when needed
• Contribute to IP development and protection through evaluation of prototypes and involvement in IP strategy
• Assess existing and emerging technologies that could present an opportunity or pose a threat to business objectives in collaboration with knowledgeable team members
• Establish and advance internal and external collaborations to ensure successful achievement of milestones causal to business objectives
• Work hands-on to envision, align, and develop existing technology platforms with current or evolving market needs for targeted enterprise objectives
• Be comfortable working in a dynamic and goal-oriented environment with the ability to align and prioritize key work to resolve the largest uncertainties

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Composite Materials, or related technical discipline, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; OR
• Master's Degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Composite Materials, or related technical discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR
• PhD with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Fundamental understanding of electrochemistry and ionomers in the scope of electrodialysis and water electrolysis
• Demonstrated knowledge of material science, analytical science, and transport phenomena
• Proven effectiveness in designing and executing investigations to determine structure-property-performance relationships and developing solutions to performance needs based on the determined relationships
• Proven effectiveness in designing and leading investigations to validate new tools and approaches, including the efficient integration of multiple interrelated hypotheses
• Demonstrated ability to develop project plans, negotiate and manage expectations, and influence within function and cross-functionally to successfully execute projects that involve external partners, multiple internal functions, multiple regions, and/or a high degree of uncertainty
• Ability to identify, capture, protect, and leverage intellectual property
• Ability to lead rapid learning cycles through the development of prototypes, testing and an occasional pivot, as needed
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with electrochemistry and ionomers in the scope of electrodialysis and/or water electrolysis
• Experience working with fuel cell teams and projects

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