<h2>About Us:</h2>Our Commitment: Origin is a technology company with a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovations include PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products. Innovation and Impact: We have pioneered products that can enhance sustainability. We anticipate that our PET closure solutions can be transformative for packaging by designing for recycling circularity and improving the performance and sustainability of packaging. We have developed a technology that has the potential to replace petroleum-based materials with decarbonized materials in a wide range of end products, such as food and beverage packaging, clothing, textiles, plastics, car parts, carpeting, tires, adhesives, soil amendments, and fuels. People at Origin Materials: We're not just a company, we're a movement for change and our heart beats with the energy of our diverse and dedicated team. We are a group of passionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the world while pushing the boundaries of innovation in our industry. We celebrate creativity, encourage fresh ideas and empower each other each team member to be a catalyst for meaningful change. Diversity and Inclusion: Our commitment is unwavering in the pursuit of attracting, developing and retaining the most exceptional individuals from a broad and diverse pool of candidates. We take pride in celebrating differences, actively fostering collaboration and cultivating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but genuinely valued. We believe that collaboration among individuals with varied insights propels us forward and ensures our ability to tackle challenges with a comprehensive and innovative approach and we are dedicated to creating a space where individuals feel empowered to share their perspectives, knowing that their contributions are integral to our collective success. For more information, visit our website: <a href="https://chat.openai.com/c/www.originmaterials.com">www.originmaterials.com</a>.<h2>About the Position:</h2><ul><li>Job Title: Senior R&amp;D Design Engineer</li><li>Location: West Sacramento, CA; Reed City, MI; Remote optional</li><li>Eligible for Hybrid Work: Yes</li><li>Job Type: Full-Time</li><li>Department: R&amp;D</li><li>Reporting to: Senior Research Manager</li><li>Expected Travel: 10%</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Facilitating the prioritization of technical solutions, designs, innovations and maintaining project focus for customers in Product Development, Commercial, and R&amp;D, among other departments.</li><li>Individual contribution and team participation on design and development projects from early-stage prototypes to making prototype samples, testing, documentation, releasing to production, and sales support. With new concepts, provide feedback in the context of customer need. Continued Engineering team support as needed.</li><li>Executing R&amp;D thermoforming, slit and fold, capping projects supporting new Process / Product Development and testing and developing new materials.</li><li>Supplying and reviewing engineering designs, documentation and supporting the development of new materials or part requirements for customers across the country and internationally.</li><li>Communicating with external vendors or production teams to coordinate and lead projects related to product design or process improvement and energy or efficiency savings.</li><li>Providing technical expertise and direction in the design and fabrication of prototype concepts, tooling, and testing systems.</li><li>Assisting in providing technical support for Manufacturing, Procurement, Marketing, and Sales departments, particularly for the latest products.</li><li>Presenting and communicating research results internally and externally including documentation when necessary for patent disclosures.</li><li>Evaluating and qualifying new suppliers.</li><li>Supporting Origin’s effort to reduce carbon footprint and sustainability.</li><li>Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Educational requirements<ul><li>Minimum Required:<ul><li>BS Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related fields or equivalent experience</li></ul></li><li>Preferred:<ul><li>MS. Degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Materials Science and Engineering exposure.</li><li>Polymer processing or science and fiber or packaging training.</li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Relevant experience<ul><li>5-7 years – Design Experience.</li><li>3-5 years – Experience in polymer processing or synthesis, and testing.</li><li>5-7 years – Experience in position, research, product development, or R&amp;D technician</li></ul></li><li>Skills and competencies<ul><li>Have expertise in CAD (SolidWorks) and other design software for product development.</li><li>Have hands on laboratory skills.</li><li>Possess knowledge and thorough understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.</li><li>Have advanced mathematics knowledge and computer literacy.</li><li>Have advanced data analysis and knowledge of simulation including FEM.</li><li>Have publication quality communication skills (internal or external documents, provisional patents, and presentations).</li><li>Great with problem solving - you identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathering and analyzing information skillfully.</li><li>Detail-oriented and accurate - you minimize mistakes, follow every step in a process and follow through with all tasks.</li><li>Excellent oral communication - you speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrate presentation skills.</li><li>Good with written communication - you write clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.</li><li>Quality focus, improve processes, products and services.</li><li>Bottling and closure experience</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Preferred Certification/License: FE/EIT in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent</li><li>Preferred Certification/License: Management certification for technical professional</li><li>5+ years – Experience in polymer or polymer composite mechanics, testing, and processing fields</li><li>5-7 years – Design Experience</li></ul>Salary Range: This position is a Level 4 at Origin Materials. The pay range for this position level at Origin Materials is $131,300 - $192,890. This range is not necessarily a guarantee of actual compensation that may be earned nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, education and other factors.<h2>Benefits and Perks</h2>Origin Materials understands that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. To show our appreciation and support for your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include: <ul><li>Health Insurance: Your health is paramount and we've got you covered. Enjoy access to quality health coverage that extends to you and your dependents.</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, designed to help you plan for retirement and build a stable financial foundation.</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of rest and rejuvenation. Benefit from our generous PTO policies that give you the flexibility to recharge or attend to personal matters.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your holistic well-being. Our EAP provides confidential counseling and support services, assisting you in navigating life's challenges, both personal and professional.</li><li>Flexibility: We understand that a flexible work environment contributes to a healthier work-life balance and we value the unique needs of our team members. While some roles within our organization may require an onsite presence or specific working hours for collaboration and specific job functions, we are committed to providing flexibility within the scope of the position.</li><li>Professional Development: Your growth is our priority. Access opportunities for professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career within our dynamic organization.</li></ul><h2>Hiring Process:</h2>Application Process:<ul><li>Interested candidates should apply at <a href="https://origin.recruitee.com/o/senior-rd-design-engineer">link</a>.</li><li>Please reach out to <a href="mailto:hr@originmaterials.com">hr@originmaterials.com</a> if you have any questions or require additional assistance.</li></ul>Initial Screening:<ul><li>Qualified candidates will undergo an initial resume screening and phone screening.</li></ul>Interview Process:<ul><li>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for more in-depth (phone/video/in-person) interviews.</li><li>Interviews may include technical and cultural assessments / presentations.</li></ul>Final Selection:<ul><li>Successful candidates will undergo a final interview with one of our two Founders.</li><li>Final selection will be communicated via email.</li></ul><h2>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):</h2>Origin Materials is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from any form of discrimination, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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<div id="ember55" class="ember-view organization-about-module__content-consistant-cards-description">Headquartered in West Sacramento, Origin Materials (Nasdaq: ORGN) is the world's leading carbon negative materials company with a mission to enable the world&rsquo;s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovative technologies include all-PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products addressing a ~$1 trillion market. Origin&rsquo;s technology, economics, and carbon impact are supported by a growing list of major global customers and investors.</div>
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<h2>About Us:</h2>Our Commitment: Origin is a technology company with a mission to enable the world’s transition to sustainable materials. Our innovations include PET caps and closures that bring recycling circularity and enhanced performance to a ~$65 billion market, specialty materials, and our patented biomass conversion platform that transforms carbon into sustainable materials for a wide range of end products. Innovation and Impact: We have pioneered products that can enhance sustainability. We anticipate that our PET closure solutions can be transformative for packaging by designing for recycling circularity and improving the performance and sustainability of packaging. We have developed a technology that has the potential to replace petroleum-based materials with decarbonized materials in a wide range of end products, such as food and beverage packaging, clothing, textiles, plastics, car parts, carpeting, tires, adhesives, soil amendments, and fuels. People at Origin Materials: We're not just a company, we're a movement for change and our heart beats with the energy of our diverse and dedicated team. We are a group of passionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the world while pushing the boundaries of innovation in our industry. We celebrate creativity, encourage fresh ideas and empower each other each team member to be a catalyst for meaningful change. Diversity and Inclusion: Our commitment is unwavering in the pursuit of attracting, developing and retaining the most exceptional individuals from a broad and diverse pool of candidates. We take pride in celebrating differences, actively fostering collaboration and cultivating an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but genuinely valued. We believe that collaboration among individuals with varied insights propels us forward and ensures our ability to tackle challenges with a comprehensive and innovative approach and we are dedicated to creating a space where individuals feel empowered to share their perspectives, knowing that their contributions are integral to our collective success. For more information, visit our website: <a href="https://chat.openai.com/c/www.originmaterials.com">www.originmaterials.com</a>.<h2>About the Position:</h2><ul><li>Job Title: Senior R&amp;D Design Engineer</li><li>Location: West Sacramento, CA; Reed City, MI; Remote optional</li><li>Eligible for Hybrid Work: Yes</li><li>Job Type: Full-Time</li><li>Department: R&amp;D</li><li>Reporting to: Senior Research Manager</li><li>Expected Travel: 10%</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Facilitating the prioritization of technical solutions, designs, innovations and maintaining project focus for customers in Product Development, Commercial, and R&amp;D, among other departments.</li><li>Individual contribution and team participation on design and development projects from early-stage prototypes to making prototype samples, testing, documentation, releasing to production, and sales support. With new concepts, provide feedback in the context of customer need. Continued Engineering team support as needed.</li><li>Executing R&amp;D thermoforming, slit and fold, capping projects supporting new Process / Product Development and testing and developing new materials.</li><li>Supplying and reviewing engineering designs, documentation and supporting the development of new materials or part requirements for customers across the country and internationally.</li><li>Communicating with external vendors or production teams to coordinate and lead projects related to product design or process improvement and energy or efficiency savings.</li><li>Providing technical expertise and direction in the design and fabrication of prototype concepts, tooling, and testing systems.</li><li>Assisting in providing technical support for Manufacturing, Procurement, Marketing, and Sales departments, particularly for the latest products.</li><li>Presenting and communicating research results internally and externally including documentation when necessary for patent disclosures.</li><li>Evaluating and qualifying new suppliers.</li><li>Supporting Origin’s effort to reduce carbon footprint and sustainability.</li><li>Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Educational requirements<ul><li>Minimum Required:<ul><li>BS Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related fields or equivalent experience</li></ul></li><li>Preferred:<ul><li>MS. Degree in Materials Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Materials Science and Engineering exposure.</li><li>Polymer processing or science and fiber or packaging training.</li></ul></li></ul></li><li>Relevant experience<ul><li>5-7 years – Design Experience.</li><li>3-5 years – Experience in polymer processing or synthesis, and testing.</li><li>5-7 years – Experience in position, research, product development, or R&amp;D technician</li></ul></li><li>Skills and competencies<ul><li>Have expertise in CAD (SolidWorks) and other design software for product development.</li><li>Have hands on laboratory skills.</li><li>Possess knowledge and thorough understanding of relevant manufacturing processes.</li><li>Have advanced mathematics knowledge and computer literacy.</li><li>Have advanced data analysis and knowledge of simulation including FEM.</li><li>Have publication quality communication skills (internal or external documents, provisional patents, and presentations).</li><li>Great with problem solving - you identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathering and analyzing information skillfully.</li><li>Detail-oriented and accurate - you minimize mistakes, follow every step in a process and follow through with all tasks.</li><li>Excellent oral communication - you speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrate presentation skills.</li><li>Good with written communication - you write clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.</li><li>Quality focus, improve processes, products and services.</li><li>Bottling and closure experience</li></ul></li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Preferred Certification/License: FE/EIT in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent</li><li>Preferred Certification/License: Management certification for technical professional</li><li>5+ years – Experience in polymer or polymer composite mechanics, testing, and processing fields</li><li>5-7 years – Design Experience</li></ul>Salary Range: This position is a Level 4 at Origin Materials. The pay range for this position level at Origin Materials is $131,300 - $192,890. This range is not necessarily a guarantee of actual compensation that may be earned nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, education and other factors.<h2>Benefits and Perks</h2>Origin Materials understands that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. To show our appreciation and support for your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include: <ul><li>Health Insurance: Your health is paramount and we've got you covered. Enjoy access to quality health coverage that extends to you and your dependents.</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, designed to help you plan for retirement and build a stable financial foundation.</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in the importance of rest and rejuvenation. Benefit from our generous PTO policies that give you the flexibility to recharge or attend to personal matters.</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your holistic well-being. Our EAP provides confidential counseling and support services, assisting you in navigating life's challenges, both personal and professional.</li><li>Flexibility: We understand that a flexible work environment contributes to a healthier work-life balance and we value the unique needs of our team members. While some roles within our organization may require an onsite presence or specific working hours for collaboration and specific job functions, we are committed to providing flexibility within the scope of the position.</li><li>Professional Development: Your growth is our priority. Access opportunities for professional development to enhance your skills and advance your career within our dynamic organization.</li></ul><h2>Hiring Process:</h2>Application Process:<ul><li>Interested candidates should apply at <a href="https://origin.recruitee.com/o/senior-rd-design-engineer">link</a>.</li><li>Please reach out to <a href="mailto:hr@originmaterials.com">hr@originmaterials.com</a> if you have any questions or require additional assistance.</li></ul>Initial Screening:<ul><li>Qualified candidates will undergo an initial resume screening and phone screening.</li></ul>Interview Process:<ul><li>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for more in-depth (phone/video/in-person) interviews.</li><li>Interviews may include technical and cultural assessments / presentations.</li></ul>Final Selection:<ul><li>Successful candidates will undergo a final interview with one of our two Founders.</li><li>Final selection will be communicated via email.</li></ul><h2>Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):</h2>Origin Materials is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from any form of discrimination, including but not limited to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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