This is a range 7 position and will close 10/13/2026 US Synthetic has an immediate need for a R&D Engineer II located in Orem, UT . The R&D Engineer III will conduct research associated with high temperature-high pressure diamond sintering. Work closely with customers, peers, process engineers, and production personnel to improve existing products and develop novel super hard materials. What's in it

For You:

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement Comprehensive benefits package starting at day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and more!

What You Will Do:

Lead and work in team-based environment to develop and execute experiments Generate new ideas and concepts aligned to meet customer needs Conduct novel research associated with high temperature/high-pressure (HTHP) sintering of diamond and related materials Use statistical methods to design experiments and analyze results Develop theories for understanding, characterizing, and organizing experimental results into systematic and meaningful patterns Evaluate material performance with laboratory testing (abrasion, impact, thermal stability, etc.), microstructural characterization (SEM, EDS, XRD, ICP, etc.), and non-destructive methods Document experimental methods and results Capture and share useable knowledge in trade-off curves Present new learning to R&D group and customers Work with cross functional team to transfer concepts to a production environment Engage in continuous improvement of research and development systems Attend conferences and visit customers to problem-solve shoulder to shoulder

Minimum Qualifications:

Immigration sponsorship not available for this role Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution 2+ years engineering experience since obtaining undergraduate degree Six-Sigma brown belt certification Demonstrated understanding and experience with Problem-solving methodologies (scientific method, PDCA) Lean manufacturing principles Statistical methods & software (JMP) DOE (Design of Experiments) Functional work in problem-solving teams

Company Culture:

Lives the USS values Capable of working with others in cross-functional teams Shares knowledge and data with others

Physical Demands:

Sit for at least eight hours Some standing and walking Reaching Full range of motion with hands and fingers necessary Use of proper PPE when needed

Preferred Qualifications:

4+ years' experience since obtaining undergraduate degree An advanced degree (MS, PhD) Six-Sigma black belt certification Ability to work with others in a cross functional team Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Knowledge of hard materials (diamond, WC-Co, ceramics, etc) Knowledge of high-pressure experimental methods Knowledge of high-pressure diamond synthesis and/or sintering Knowledge of cemented tungsten carbide applications in HTHP tooling and polycrystalline diamond products Knowledge of powder metallurgy processes Experience testing and evaluating material properties and microstructure (SEM, EDS, XRD, ICP, etc.) Ability to create and give effective presentations to both small and large groups of people Experience with numerical methods (FEA, PFC) Creative Innovative Self-motivated All employees will support the organization's mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors:

Trust:

Demonstrate belief in others

Fun:

Enjoy life

Respect:

Genuinely value everyone

Openness:

Provide access to people and information

Growth:

Improve continuously

Service:

Give of yourself Follow all company policies (Attendance, No Tobacco Products on Campus, Illegal Drug & Alcohol, Family Medical Leave Act, Personal Appearance, Personal Electronic Devices, Vacation & Personal Time, etc.)