Extrusion Process Engineer
CPM Americas
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Support Sales and Engineering teams in selecting and configuring twin-screw extruders, gearboxes, and ancillary equipment to meet customer process requirements
- Provide technical process support for both existing and potential customers, including troubleshooting and optimization of twin-screw extrusion systems
- Conduct process trials, performance tests, and application evaluations at CPM’s technical center and customer sites
- Deliver technical training for customers, sales teams, and internal personnel on co-rotating twin-screw extrusion technology, principles, and applications
- Prepare and present technical webinars and seminars highlighting extrusion technology, process fundamentals, and application advancements
- Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams on process development projects, screw design improvements, and new product applications
- Generate technical documentation, such as process reports, training materials, and application guidelines
- Maintain a high level of technical expertise in polymer processing, compounding, and extrusion system design
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience with co-rotating twin-screw extrusion preferred
- Strong understanding of polymer compounding processes, material behavior, and extrusion system configuration
- Ability to interpret process data and identify opportunities for improvement
- Strong communication and presentation skills; comfortable leading technical discussions and customer trainings
- Willingness to travel occasionally (domestic and international) for customer support and training
- Required: English
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Professional development opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement, maternity/paternity leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
twin-screw extrusionpolymer processingcompoundingextrusion system designprocess optimizationtroubleshootingprocess trialsperformance testsapplication evaluationsscrew design
Soft skills
communication skillspresentation skillstechnical trainingcollaborationleadershipcustomer supportinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingdata interpretationtraining delivery
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Polymer Science