Job Summary:

The Materials Engineer will develop, process, combine, and test materials to be used in production. Based on data gathered and expertise, the Materials Engineer will also identify and recommend the most appropriate materials for specific applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with appropriate production and process staff to understand the material specifications sought for a particular application or product.
• Identifies, selects, and recommends materials based on weight, strength, heat and cold tolerance, cost, and durability.
• Measures performance of various materials in accordance with specifications.
• Observes or participates in product testing process as appropriate.
• When a material fails, gathers data and analyzes the reasons why the material did not meet specifications.
• Reports testing results to material producer; identifies when applicable the reasons the selected material did or did not fulfill desired specifications
• Collaborates with process engineers as part of a development and fabrication team to create a new material when none of the suggested materials meet specifications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to fully understand customers requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a development team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and software used in product testing and documentation.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering highly preferred; Masters degree desirable.
• At least five years of experience using composite materials either as a materials engineer or a process engineer.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites to fully understand material needs.