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Westlake

Industrial R&D Technician, CAD Designer, Pipe & Fittings

Westlake

R&D Technician providing hands-on lab and engineering support for product development at Westlake. Collaborating on technical work and administrative support for various engineering projects.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeLeola • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Serve as the primary day-to-day lab technician supporting Engineering activities
  • Weigh, blend, and prepare materials for development trials and testing
  • Assemble and test pipe samples in support of R&D, product certification, and plant initiatives
  • Perform hands-on technical work including machining, welding, and precision measurements (training provided as needed)
  • Maintain lab organization, equipment readiness, and material inventory/flow
  • Support prototype development and act as a technical resource for machine shop activities
  • Process SAP transactions including requisitions, purchase orders, coding, and invoice tracking
  • Monitor and track Engineering project spend and related invoices
  • Provide limited project coordination support, including scheduling and follow-up (approx. 1 day/week)
  • Maintain essential administrative processes required to support site operations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate degree (2-year) in a technical field (e.g., engineering technology, manufacturing, industrial technology) preferred
  • Hands-on experience through technical programs, labs, internships, or prior roles
  • Demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude (e.g., machining, welding, measurement tools, lab testing)
  • Exposure to lab operations, material handling, or shop environments preferred
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred, or ability to quickly learn
  • Strong organization skills with the ability to manage both technical and administrative tasks
  • General computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Outlook, Word) required
  • Must be currently residing in or near Leola, PA.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment.
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching

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Hard Skills & Tools
machiningweldingprecision measurementsmaterial handlinglab testingproject coordinationtechnical aptitudeweighingblendingpreparing materials
Soft Skills
organization skillsadministrative skillscommunication skillstechnical resource supportschedulingfollow-up
Certifications
Associate degree in technical field