Associate Engineer - Engineer Development Program

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. 

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. 

About James Hardie Engineering Professional Development Program 

James Hardie EDP is a two-year training program created for engineering graduates seeking to build a strong foundation for their career at James Hardie. The program is designed to deepen your knowledge through hands-on learning, practical training, professional collaboration, and ongoing mentorship across manufacturing, corporate, and innovation-focused environments. James Hardie’s dynamic culture and pursuit of innovation create a supportive environment where you are encouraged to be creative and inquisitive, assertive and proactive, collaborative and resourceful. 

What You’ll Do: 

First Year: You will participate in rotational training at one of James Hardie’s U.S. manufacturing locations. You will gain hands-on learning and immersive experience across the fiber cement and/or polymer composite manufacturing processes, with exposure to James Hardie’s innovation culture, professional development opportunities, and plant operations. 

Deliverables: You will be empowered to apply acquired knowledge and skills to meaningful projects that support manufacturing process design, reliability, operations, optimization, and continuous improvement. 

Second Year: After finishing the rotational program, you will be assigned to a role at one of our North American James Hardie locations supporting our Operations function. 

Our Commitment to You: We are committed to helping you learn, grow, and discover the career path that is right for you at James Hardie while immersing you in our culture, people, and purpose. 

• From day one, you will have an engineering mentor who will support and challenge you throughout the program with consistent check-ins  
• You will participate in quarterly training sessions with your fellow program peers, mentors, and key program leaders at the Chicago headquarters and manufacturing facilities 
• You will gain practical training and insights from the engineering and manufacturing experts behind the James Hardie brand, known for its exceptional quality and durability 
• You will lead key projects directly impacting the success of manufacturing plant operations 
• You will be offered a comprehensive compensation package including competitive salary, benefits, and programs. 

What You’ll Bring:   

Education and Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Paper Science, Polymer Science, Material Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering 
• Minimum GPA 3.0 
• Willing and able to relocate to any of our U.S. manufacturing plants, R&D locations, or corporate facilities, including but not limited to Supply Chain, Advanced Manufacturing, Central Engineering, and other business-critical functions, as part of your commitment to career development and program growth 
• Authorized to work in the U.S. 
• Demonstrated work ethic, leadership potential, and initiative through past co-op, internship, campus involvement, or related experience, preferred 

What You’ll Receive: 

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $72,000 to $78,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits, and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan. 

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility 
• Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance 
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays 
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match 
• Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP) 
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs 
• Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie 
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EEO:  James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law. 

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. 

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.