Industrial R&D Technician/CAD Designer, Pipe & Fittings (Leola, PA)
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Career area Research & Development and Technical SupportWestlake Pipe & Fittings
Position Type Full Time
Date Posted 06/18/2026
Location
US - Leola, PAUS - Lewisberry, PAUS - Wayne, PA
Job ID
R32494
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US - Leola, PAUS - Lewisberry, PAUS - Wayne, PA
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. SUMMARYThe R&D Technician provides hands-on laboratory and engineering support to advance product development, testing, and plant initiatives. This role combines technical lab execution with administrative and project coordination responsibilities, ensuring efficient lab operations and accurate tracking of engineering activities.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESR&D / Laboratory Support (Approx. 75%)Serve as the primary day-to-day lab technician supporting Engineering activitiesWeigh, blend, and prepare materials for development trials and testingAssemble and test pipe samples in support of R&D, product certification, and plant initiativesPerform hands-on technical work including machining, welding, and precision measurements (training provided as needed)Maintain lab organization, equipment readiness, and material inventory/flowSupport prototype development and act as a technical resource for machine shop activitiesAdministrative & Project Support (Approx. 25%)Process SAP transactions including requisitions, purchase orders, coding, and invoice trackingMonitor and track Engineering project spend and related invoicesProvide limited project coordination support, including scheduling and follow-up (approx. 1 day/week)Maintain essential administrative processes required to support site operationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONSAssociate degree (2-year) in a technical field (e.g., engineering technology, manufacturing, industrial technology) preferredHands-on experience through technical programs, labs, internships, or prior rolesDemonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude (e.g., machining, welding, measurement tools, lab testing)Exposure to lab operations, material handling, or shop environments preferredExperience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred, or ability to quickly learnStrong organization skills with the ability to manage both technical and administrative tasksGeneral computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Outlook, Word) requiredThis is a fully onsite role. Must be able to commute daily to our Leola, PA office (80% of the time) and our Wayne, PA office (20% of the time)Must be currently residing in or near Leola, PAMust be able to work Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pmPHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThis position has a transitioning work environment. Office/computer, manufacturing plant. The noise level in the plant environment is usually high, as normal for a manufacturing plant. Some of the work in the operating units may require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes, fall protection, hard hats, etc. Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
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