Engineering Jobs in Paterson Passaic County, NJ

R&D Scientist II – Materials / Polymer Focus (Lab-Based) - 626501

Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ (Onsite – 5 days/week)

Duration: 12-month contract (W2)

Pay Rate: ~$35.75 - $37.75/hr.

Overview

We are seeking a junior-level R&D Scientist II to join a Specimen Management R&D team, supporting the development of blood collection devices (e.g., tubes, needles, plastic components).

This role is highly lab-focused (≈50%+ hands-on testing) and ideal for candidates with a background in materials science, polymer chemistry, or chemical engineering who enjoy bench work and experimental testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct material characterization and testing, including:
• FTIR, DSC, TGA, rheology, and mechanical testing
• Environmental Stress Cracking (ESC) and Thermal Cycle Analysis (TCA)
• Design and execute lab experiments and test protocols
• Perform root cause investigations related to material and product failures
• Support material selection, qualification, and vendor/material changes
• Prepare samples and prototypes for internal and external testing
• Document results and provide data-driven recommendations
• Assist with small-scale material assessments and innovation efforts
• Maintain lab equipment and follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, etc.)
• Support testing involving human blood samples (training and PPE provided)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of laboratory experience (industry or academic)
• Hands-on experience with materials testing and characterization
• Strong interest in polymer/material science (non-metal/ceramic focus)
• Comfortable working in a lab-heavy, hands-on role
• Basic knowledge of statistical tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)
• Ability to conduct independent research and literature reviews

Preferred Qualifications

• Polymers or plastic materials (especially for medical devices)
• Material formulation or modification
• ESC, TCA, or similar testing methods
• Exposure to analytical chemistry techniques
• Experience working with biological materials or blood samples
• Background in tissue engineering or DNA-related work (nice-to-have)

Work Environment & Expectations

• 50%+ lab-based work (testing, characterization, experimentation)
• Remaining time focused on analysis, reporting, and innovation projects
• Fully onsite role (no remote option)
• No travel required
• Dynamic, fast-paced R&D environment
• Opportunity for long-term growth

Interview Process

• Initial screening with Hiring Manager
• Follow-up panel interview with project team (virtual via Teams)

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Early-career scientist with a strong materials/polymer background
• Curious, hands-on, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working independently in a lab setting
• Interested in medical device R&D and material innovation

Sr. AV Project Manager

Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically advanced Sr. AV Manager who can bridge business needs with technical execution. This role requires a strong client-facing professional who can consult on AV strategy, design enterprise-grade systems, manage projects end-to-end, and support installations when required.

The ideal candidate will be equally comfortable presenting AV solutions to executive stakeholders, designing complex video conferencing systems, leading integration teams, and supporting end users in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

Responsibilities:

60% of the time

• Client & Business Engagement
• AV System Design & Engineering
• Project Management & Leadership

25% of the time

• BoM & Commercial Review
• Operation & Strategic Contribution
• Scope Documentation & Reporting

15% of the time

• Installation Oversight & Technical Support

Actual Product and/or Geographic Responsibilities (if applicable):

• AV consulting, design, manage project, support installation, and end-user support

Required Qualifications:

Education:

• 4-year college degree

Field Of Study:

• Network, Telecom, Audio/Visual

Experience, Knowledge and/or Skills:

Client & Business Engagement

• Serve as the primary AV subject matter expert (SME) for clients and business partners.
• Conduct client needs assessments and recommend scalable AV solutions.
• Confidently present and explain AV technologies, including video conferencing systems and collaboration services.
• Translate business requirements into technical AV designs.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and integration partners.

AV System Design & Engineering

• Design enterprise-level AV systems including:
• Video conferencing rooms (huddle, conference, boardroom, training rooms)
• Collaboration spaces and multi-purpose environments
• Digital signage and integrated AV systems
• Demonstrate deep knowledge of:
• Cisco Systems video conferencing solutions (Room Series, Codec platforms)
• Poly video collaboration systems
• Cisco Webex
• Microsoft Teams
• Zoom
• Design systems with proper signal flow, network integration, DSP configuration concepts, and control systems.
• Ensure interoperability between conferencing platforms and room systems.

Project Management & Leadership

• Lead AV projects from concept through completion.
• Manage internal technicians and/or third-party AV integration partners.
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and resource plans.
• Coordinate with IT, network, facilities, and construction teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with scope.
• Proactively mitigate project risks and resolve technical challenges.

Bill of Materials (BoM) & Commercial Review

• Develop detailed Bills of Materials (BoM) with appropriate AV components.
• Ensure selected equipment aligns with design intent, compatibility, and budget.
• Review vendor quotations and validate technical accuracy.
• Review partner invoices against approved scope and pricing.
• Support procurement processes and cost optimization strategies.

Scope Documentation & Reporting

• Clearly define and communicate full project scope to both clients and AV integrators.
• Produce technical design documentation and system diagrams.
• Prepare project completion reports including:
• Final as-built documentation
• Equipment lists
• Test results
• Client sign-off documentation
• Maintain organized documentation for audit and service continuity.

Installation Oversight & Technical Support

• Oversee and, when required, assist with AV system installation and commissioning.
• Perform system testing, validation, and user acceptance support.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting for video conferencing and AV integration issues.
• Deliver end-user training and ongoing support.
• Provide white-glove executive support when necessary.

Operational & Strategic Contribution

• Establish AV standards and best practices.
• Recommend lifecycle upgrades and technology roadmaps.
• Stay current with emerging AV technologies and collaboration trends.
• Support business development efforts with technical consultation.

Computer Skills:

• Computer skills at level to understand and use MS Word, Excel, and PPT.

Travel:

• 50%

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in AV system design, integration, and project management.
• Proven experience managing enterprise AV deployments.
• Strong understanding of IP-based AV, networking fundamentals, and UC platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, engineers, and technicians.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in high-demand environments.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Executive-level communication skills
• Technical depth with business acumen
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Detail-oriented with high accountability
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Customer-first mindset
• Korean/English Bi-lingual

Preferred Certifications:

• AVIXA CTS, CTS-D, or CTS-I
• PMP certification is a plus

Pay range is $32-$40 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Everyone on our team has earned a CPC (Certified Personnel Consultant) or CTS (Certified Temporary Staffing Specialist) accreditation from the National Association of Personnel Services. We are experts at staffing and recruiting with more than 16 years of experience serving employers.

Our approach to staffing isn't just a little bit different; it's a whole different ball game. While most staffing firms emphasize transactional services (taking and filling job orders), BTI Solutions focuses on providing more strategic solutions.

By acting as workforce consultants, we are able to find innovative and intelligent strategies for improving productivity, meeting project deadlines, improving hiring quality, decreasing turnover, and reducing total labor costs.

Our recruiting and candidate assessment process assures the highest quality matches between job seeker and employer, so you will get people who not only have the right qualifications but who also have the appropriate personality fit for your organization.

More than anything, the biggest difference with BTI Solutions is the one that matters most: bottom-line results.

• 95% client satisfaction rate measures client satisfaction vs. expectations.
• Clients have worked with us for over 10 years, on average.
• BTI Solutions counts 4 Global Telecommunication companies as clients.
• Client referrals are BTI Solutions' largest source of new clients.
• Google Review 4.4, Facebook Review 4.8

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable applications and modules, writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Manage the entire software development lifecycle, including planning, prioritizing, testing, and releases, often using Agile methodologies
• Lead, guide, and mentor junior developers, conducting code reviews and ensuring adherence to best practices
• Work closely with project managers, business analysts, designers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver innovative solutions
• Implement automated testing, debug issues, troubleshoot complex problems, and ensure application security and performance
• Contribute to high-level application design and database architecture
• Participate in internal and external meetings to gather the business requirements and suggest solutions
• Analyze the business requirements and suggest the best practice to apply to the business requirements
• Write clean code to produce fully functional backend processes and frontend UI modules
• Develop a new or existing system of frontend UI and APIs
• Write unit, integration, and production test scenarios
• Troubleshoot and debug to optimize application performance
• Liaise with the development team to identify and plan new features
• Ensure the developed modules comply with Samsung SDS quality assurance standards
• Research and suggest new technologies, applications, and protocols
• Be an individual contributor when it comes to designing and developing frameworks and critical pieces of code that have a wider impact
• Create detailed technical plans for the execution and implementation of projects
• Be available to answer technical questions, clarifications, and clear obstacles for the team
• Being transparent with the team about challenges, failures, and successes
• Writing development progress reports

Requirements:

• 10+ years of application development experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• Extensive knowledge of Java development. This includes the whole process, from the first line of code to implementation in the production environment
• Deep knowledge of operating systems, including but not limited to
• Proficiency with writing automated tests in JUnit, Espresso, Mocha, Jest, Enzyme, XCTest, etc.
• Proficiency in Java, with a good understanding of its ecosystems
• Sound knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Patterns and Concepts
• Familiarity with different design and architectural patterns
• Skill for writing reusable Java libraries
• Know-how of Java concurrency patterns
• Good understanding of the concepts of MVC (Model-View-Controller) Pattern, JDBC (Java Database Connectivity), and RESTful web services
• Experience in working with popular web application frameworks like Play and Spark
• Relevant Knowledge of Java GUI frameworks like Swing, SWT, and AWT according to project requirements
• Extensive knowledge of the class loading mechanism in Java
• Experience in handling external and embedded databases such as Oracle, MS SQL, etc.
• Understanding basic design principles behind a scalable application
• Skilled at creating database schemas that characterize and support business processes
• Basic knowledge of JVM (Java Virtual Machine), its drawbacks, weaknesses, and workarounds
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• In-depth knowledge of code versioning tools, for instance, Git
• Expertise in continuous integration
• Experience in Java Server Pages (JSP) and servlets, Web frameworks like Struts and Spring
• Web Technologies like HTML, JavaScript, CSS, JQuery
• Abstract classes and interfaces
• Constructors, lists, maps, sets
• File IO and serialization, Exceptions, and Generics
• Java Keywords like static, volatile, synchronized, transient, etc
• Multithreading and Synchronization
• Experience with profiling and debugging Java-based applications and products
• Experience integrating with backend systems preferred, such as ERPs, WMS, OMS, etc.
• Solid knowledge of performance Improvement best practices
• Experience in a similar role would be advantageous
• Willingness to build professional relationships with staff and clients
• Excellent communication, motivational, and interpersonal skills

The Quality Control Lead is responsible for overseeing daily QC activities, ensuring products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role leads the QC team, coordinates testing and inspections, analyzes data, and implements corrective actions to maintain product excellence and compliance. This is a second shift role (3pm - 12am).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the Quality Control team in daily laboratory and inspection activities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain QC procedures and protocols in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Review and approve QC test results, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate in-process and final product inspections and testing.
• Investigate quality deviations, non-conformances, and customer complaints; lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO standards, FDA regulations, or other relevant guidelines.
• Maintain QC documentation, logs, and records to support audits and inspections.
• Train and mentor QC staff on quality procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Production, R&D, and QA teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Monitor laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance schedules.
• Prepare reports and present quality metrics to management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Quality Control, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of QC laboratory techniques, testing methods, and quality standards.
• Experience with regulatory compliance (e.g., GMP, ISO, FDA).
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.

For immediate consideration please send resume outlining your related experience.

• Prepare microbiological media, reagents, and test materials required for routine laboratory testing.
• Perform microbiological analyses on raw materials, finished products, environmental monitoring samples, and water systems.
• Practice and maintain strict aseptic techniques and laboratory disinfection procedures per SOPs.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of laboratory activities in accordance with cGMP and data integrity standards.
• Maintain laboratory records including notebooks, electronic systems, and LIMS documentation.
• Perform quality assurance and laboratory monitoring activities, including:
• Media preparation and qualification
• Environmental and laboratory area monitoring
• Incubator and equipment monitoring
• Instrument calibration and maintenance
• Sterilization and cleaning verification
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready laboratory work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or related life sciences field
• 0–2 years of laboratory experience (internship or academic laboratory experience acceptable)
• Basic understanding of microbiological techniques and scientific principles
• Familiarity with cGMP or regulated laboratory environments preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate laboratory documentation

*This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future*

Application Developer

Work Location: Ramsey, NJ

Summary:

Seeking a Web Developer to design, build, test, and maintain software applications that support business operations and user needs. The role ensures the quality, performance, and ongoing effectiveness of applications, translating functional requirements into reliable code and updating systems to improve performance or add new features.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications using the .NET framework and Microsoft Visual Studio, ensuring alignment with user and business requirements.
• Translate functional needs into working code, update applications for improved performance, and add new features as needed.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including operating manuals and sales information, and provide follow-up training when required.
• Independently develop, test, and implement new automation-specific technical solutions, and maintain existing product baseline software.
• Provide technical guidance and support to staff and customers, including troubleshooting and resolving complex automation issues.
• Lead or participate in project teams to deliver control system application code, execute software test protocols, and provide commissioning and validation support.
• Stay current with emerging industry standards and technologies, making recommendations to enhance automation systems and reduce costs.
• Travel up to 15% to customer sites for onsite service, system commissioning, and support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in software development or automation.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, reporting tools, and database software/hardware platforms; familiarity with platforms such as Rockwell, AVEVA, Microsoft SQL, PC, and thin client preferred.
• Programming experience using the .NET framework and Microsoft Visual Studio; experience with WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of integrated automation, information systems, and network design for industrial process control, especially in regulated industries.
• Experience with Linux operating system configuration and command line instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS system configuration and administration.
• Ability to independently develop, test, and roll out new technical solutions and maintain existing software products.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to provide technical support and guidance.
• Awareness of cGMP procedures and practices and their impact on control system development and modifications.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% for onsite service and commissioning support.

HYBRID role - 2 days in office mandatory in Englewood Cliifs, NJ

Background

The Innovation Planner will act as the project manager and supply chain lead in processes that are executed in close cooperation with Marketing, R&D, Sales, Finance, Category Management and other Supply Chain Functional teams.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the innovation project plans from Pre-Start/Kick-off, through to implementation and post launch evaluation. This is achieved through helping to scope the project, defining activities and timings required to ensure capability is in place, and then following up on these timings throughout the project
• Manage the overall project networks, via MS project, coordinate inputs from all functions and hold individuals accountable for the delivery of their activities to ensure the project remains on time
• Ensure that the Supply Chain has the necessary capacities and capabilities to produce the innovations for all assigned sourcing sites
• Manage communication with all key project stakeholders and with global and regional innovation planners
• Coordinate required inputs to the business case for the innovation projects in terms of capital expenditure and SCC drivers, working closely with the global Procurement, Finance, Planning and Engineering teams
• Own and maintain the overall project networks for new variants and new hardware projects, as required to ensure “on time in full” delivery; by working closely with R&D, Marketing, Finance, Procurement, T&E, Quality and factories
• Co-lead risk assessments, and make sure action plans are embedded in the project timeline
• Support complexity reduction activities and sourcing analysis for the innovation projects, by working closely with Strategic Planning and Finance

Who You Are:

• You will have the opportunity to lead meetings with cross-functional team members and drive decisions to achieve one common goal
• You will work with your cross functional partners to develop timelines; understanding when key actions are needed and how the project team will navigate to successfully meet launch ambition
• You will face several hurdles throughout the innovation process. You will need to work collaboratively with your cross functional teams to overcome these challenges and successfully delivery your innovations to market.
• You influence team members to develop creative solutions when things go off-course, resulting in a different way to execute the project

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Supply chain, R&D, Engineering preferred)
• 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain (Project Management, Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering or Logistics) or in R&D with experience on new product development
• Project management skills (working knowledge of MS Project, MS Office)
• Basic appreciation level of how manufacturing works
• Strong leadership and business partnering skills with the ability to influence decisions

The Fleet Manager is responsible for the coordination, maintenance, and compliance of vehicles and equipment across assigned family companies. This role oversees both in-house and outsourced maintenance operations, provides leadership and direction to in-house mechanics, assists family companies in preparing and managing budgets for fleet-related accounts, manages telematics and driver compliance programs, and ensures adherence to company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, technical, and leadership skills, with a focus on operational efficiency, cost control, and safety excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Vehicle & Equipment Management

• Schedule and manage in-house mechanics for vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Oversee outsourced mechanic scheduling and management.
• Coordinate transportation of vehicles and equipment to repair facilities.
• Schedule heavy equipment lubrication and preventive maintenance.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections.
• Manage small engine preventive maintenance and repair services.
• Assist with vehicle and equipment capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgeting and decommissioning.
• Manage vehicle registrations, IRP, and tax documentation through Holman Insights or internal systems.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise, train, and develop in-house mechanics and service personnel.
• Ensure shop operations meet company standards for quality, safety, and productivity.
• Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Budgeting & Financial Management

• Assist family companies in preparing annual budgets for fleet-related accounts, including repair and maintenance expenses, fleet related labor, fuel, and shop expenses.
• Monitor actual expenses against budget to ensure cost control and financial alignment.
• Provide insight and recommendations to improve cost efficiency and support capital planning for vehicle replacements.

Telematics & Driver Compliance

• Deliver Geotab training locally for drivers and fleet staff.
• Install and maintain Geotab GPS devices.
• Oversee CDL pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure compliance.
• Monitor driver performance and vehicle utilization through telematics reporting.

Safety & Accident Management

• Investigate vehicle accidents and incidents.
• Provide safety training and manage corrective action follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies.
• Support root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fleet or equipment management.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance scheduling, diagnostics, and compliance programs.
• Familiarity with Geotab or similar telematics systems.
• CDL license or strong understanding of CDL compliance requirements preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and fleet management software.

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.