Sr. Materials Engineer - Align

Join a team that is changing millions of lives. 

Transforming smiles, changing lives. 

At Align Technology, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 

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About this opportunity 

Align Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to join our R&D Core Materials Engineering team.  This role will be pivotal for planning and executing projects that focus on new product development, as well as improving Align's existing products, driving the company’s sustainability initiatives, product packaging design and validation, support manufacturing, regulatory, quality, supply chain and other company efforts while maintaining the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have broad and in-depth knowledge of polymer materials and strong problem-solving skills.

In this role, you will… 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and guide new medical device product development from start to finish.
• Lead and execute the design, development, and validation of innovative packaging solutions for medical devices.
• Drive sustainability initiatives in plastic recycling process development, materials characterization, and applications to reduce environmental impact and create values.
• Work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Clinical Research, Marketing, Operations, Regulatory, and Legal teams towards the development of new products or the improvement of existing products or processes.
• Work independently at the laboratory bench to develop and evaluate new products or to adapt and improve existing ones.
• Select, design, and evaluate a variety of materials (e.g., thermoplastics, elastomers, composites, adhesives) to determine the best combination of materials for specific applications.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Interface with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and technical collaborators to deliver technical solutions.
• Prioritize and meet deadlines while constructing project timetables.
• Prepare written reports summarizing key findings.
• Identify and implement effective courses of action.
• Coach, motivate, and mentor junior engineers and lab technicians as needed.

In this role, you’ll need … 

Requirements:

• MS, or Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Polymer Science or Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years working experience in material research and development, depending on level of education.

Skills:

• Experience with physical-chemical processes and methods of materials characterization, with familiarity in polymer characterization methods (mechanical testing, thermal analysis, rheology, spectroscopy, and the underlying theory).
• Strong problem-solving skills, utilizing First Principles Thinking to address complex problems.
• Proven experience with CAD software and other packaging design tools.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and participate in cross-functional teams.
• Capability to work on projects ranging from routine to highly complex.
• Strong team player with the ability to interact tactfully with others.
  
  

Nice to Have:

• Experience with medical device development life cycle and regulatory requirements

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About Align   

Align Technology is a publicly traded medical device company that is transforming smiles and changing lives. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.    

By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the things employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.    

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Global Diversity Statement:

At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.

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It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all of our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.

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