Senior Materials Engineer

Belcan Corporation; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation in Mississauga, ON is seeking a Materials Engineer specialized in composites and non-metallics for a 12-month renewable contract. The role is on-site, Monday–Friday, 40 hours, with a pay rate of 50–55 CAD per hour depending on experience.

You will provide technical expertise, evaluate materials for aerospace applications, support manufacturing and repair of composite structures, investigate failures, review specs, and collaborate with design, quality, and supply chain teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering required.
• Experience with composite materials and non-metallic systems strongly preferred.
• Aerospace industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in composite and non-metallic materials used in aerospace applications.
• Evaluate and select materials for new product development and manufacturing processes.
• Support production and repair activities involving composite structures and bonded assemblies.
• Investigate material-related failures and develop corrective actions.
• Review and approve material specifications, test plans, and engineering reports.
• Support qualification and certification activities for new materials and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical issues.
• Provide guidance on processing, inspection, and repair of composite and non-metallic components.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to material performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Fibre-reinforced composites

Thermoset & thermoplastic materials

Adhesives & bonding

Non-metallic joining methods

Injection molding

Compression molding

Stamp forming

Material testing

Root cause investigation

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering

Chemical/Polymer Engineering or Chemistry background considered

Tools

NDT methods

Job description

Materials Engineer - Composites & Non-Metallics Specialist

Location: Mississauga, ON

12 month renewable contract

Pay rate 50-55$hr- flexible depending on experience

Postal code: L5T

Area code: 416, 647, 905

On site- Monday-Friday 40 hours

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Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in composite and non-metallic materials used in aerospace applications.
• Evaluate and select materials for new product development and manufacturing processes.
• Support production and repair activities involving composite structures and bonded assemblies.
• Investigate material-related failures and develop corrective actions.
• Review and approve material specifications, test plans, and engineering reports.
• Support qualification and certification activities for new materials and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical issues.
• Provide guidance on processing, inspection, and repair of composite and non-metallic components.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to material performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering.
• Candidates with Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, or Chemistry backgrounds may also be considered.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience working with composite materials and non-metallic systems.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Fibre-reinforced composites
  • Thermoset and thermoplastic materials
  • Adhesives and structural bonding
  • Sealants and resin systems
  • Non-metallic to metallic joining methods
  • Injection molding
  • Compression molding
  • Stamp forming processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace industry experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments.
• Knowledge of materials testing and failure analysis.
• Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

Key Technical Competencies

• Composite materials characterization
• Polymer science
• Material qualification and certification
• Bonded joint design and analysis
• Aerospace manufacturing processes
• Root cause investigation
• Supplier technical support
• Engineering project support

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Carbon fiber composites
• Glass fiber composites
• Honeycomb structures
• Advanced resin systems
• Engine or aerospace structural components
• NDT methods applicable to composite materials