Research Engineer IV or V

Job Description

Research Engineer IV or V will execute and lead complex engineering research and development activities involving structural and component design, advanced composite materials, mechanical testing, manufacturing processes, tooling, automation, and large-scale structural applications. The position will provide technical leadership in design, analysis, testing, manufacturing, and integration of advanced structures and components, including applications involving large-scale additive manufacturing, marine structures, and advanced composite systems. The position will support the development and scale-up of innovative technologies from material and component-level research through full-scale structural design, manufacturing, testing, and demonstration. Research activities may include composite and hybrid structural design, material characterization, automated fabrication, resin transfer molding, pultrusion, thermoplastic processing, additive manufacturing, automated fiber placement, and advanced tooling systems. Typical hiring range for this soft-money funded position is commensurate with Career Level.

Engineer I - up to $125,000
Engineer II - up to $145,000

Please review the Research Engineer IV or V job description for more information.

This position requires access to information regulated under U.S. Export Control regulations and therefore individuals must qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. Export Control Regulations.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Seven plus years of significant professional experience in advanced composites, composite manufacturing, manufacturing process development, engineering design, tooling, automation, structural engineering, mechanics of materials, or related engineering research.
• Experience with composite manufacturing technologies such as resin infusion/RTM, pultrusion, thermoplastic processing, automated manufacturing, and/or additive manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to independently execute complex engineering research and solve multidisciplinary technical problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and work effectively with multidisciplinary research teams and external partners.
• For consideration at the Engineer V level, candidates must demonstrate additional experience leading complex engineering research or major technical workstreams, providing technical direction, coordinating resources, and mentoring team members.

Preferred:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• EI or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to "Apply" and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on December 4, 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact Kimberly Scribner - Kimberly.scribner@maine.edu.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical.