Senior Process Research Engineer

Who We AreJohns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.Pay Range$106,600.00-$146,600.00 AnnualThis is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.Are you a self-motivated, analytical and results oriented Engineer? Johns Manville is seeking a Process Research Engineer that will use many approaches, including CFD, to solve practical industrial manufacturing problems to be based out of our Littleton, CO Technical Center!This opportunity will allow you to focus on the improvement of throughputs, costs, life, efficiency, labor demand, downtime, and other aspects for processes (i.e. glass melting, delivery, collection, curing/drying, mat lines), across Engineered Products and Insulation Systems Divisions. You will work with various plants and cross-functionally with plant stakeholders, engineering, R&D, amongst others.Your Day to Day:Working on different types of projects that cover the wide range of different processes used to make glass and polymer fibers at different Johns Manville manufacturing locations. These projects will include:Process technology improvementsUnderstand needs, issues, and find business opportunityUse engineering principles to assess and develop the advancements or fixes to technologies, from near-term through long-termApply Process Engineering techniques to improve existing processes and practicesComplex process or component analyses or simulationsApplying engineering first-principalsDevise and perform research trials on complex challengesDeveloping novel analysis methodsCreating 3D CAD models, meshing, setting up, and running CFD computer modelsExplore best practices (mesh studies, turbulence investigations, etc.)Process and numerical data analysisAnalysis of data and predictions, including new approaches for making assessmentsEvaluation of practical technical optionsReport writingPlant Trials for Technology implementationLead problem solving / root cause analysis using best available tools/methods.Lead/drive/organize/support plant trials to demonstrate/validate new process solutions or sources of production problemsLead implementation of new/improved manufacturing process technologies on the factory floor.What You Bring to the Team:M.S. Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/engineering setting.Strong first-principals analysis capabilityExperience with 3D CAD and CFD codes, ideally:CFD with ANSYS FluentExperience in reacting flows/combustion modelingCoding in Python and/or MATLABStructural analyses using first principles and ANSYS MechanicalIndustrial process improvement experienceExpert data analysis skills.Project management skills - organization, planning, execution, and follow-up.Ability to work independently and in teams.Ability to develop clear and concise reports.Ability to apply technical knowledge to modify standard principles to develop alternative courses of action.Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsBasic project management skillsStrong presentation skillsJob site visits and field investigations will require walking, climbing ladders and stairways, crawling around equipment and exposure to weather elements including noise, heat, wind, rain, snow and cold.Ability to travel up to 25%.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical or Chemical EngineeringManufacturing plant industrial experienceGlass processing experienceHeat transfer knowledgeCombustion expertisePlease Keep in MindIf you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.BenefitsJohns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.Diversity & InclusionJohns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM's Career page.Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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