Ceramics Engineer

Associates Systems LLC; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Long term disability coverage

Life and accident insurance

PTO time off and paid holidays

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Ceramics Engineer to provide technical leadership in ceramic materials at their manufacturing facility in Wooster, OH. The role involves optimizing production processes, leading material selection, and collaborating with various teams to innovate and ensure product quality. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in ceramics and materials science, with hands-on experience in various manufacturing techniques.

Qualifications

• Five-plus years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ceramic materials such as boron carbide and zirconia.
• Deep understanding of phase diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead material selection and development for ceramic manufacturing.
• Oversee the optimization of manufacturing processes.
• Interface with R&D and other teams for scaling up developments.

Skills

Knowledge of ceramic materials science

Hands-on experience with forming techniques

Materials characterization tools proficiency

Six Sigma familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics Engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

SEM

XRD

TGA

Job description

Ceramics Engineer
Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in ceramic materials, processes, and applications at our industrial manufacturing facility. This role is critical in advancing our material technologies, optimizing production processes, and supporting new product development.

• Serve as the technical lead for all ceramic materials and processing activities.
• Lead material selection, formulation, and characterization efforts to meet performance, cost, and reliability goals.
• Oversee the design, development, and optimization of ceramic manufacturing processes including forming, firing, glazing, and finishing.
• Work with R&D, quality, production, and procurement teams to scale up lab developments into full-scale manufacturing.
• Develop and implement process controls and material specifications to ensure consistent product quality.
• Analyze failures and conduct root-cause investigations related to ceramic components and processes.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Interface with suppliers, customers, and external labs for technical collaborations and material sourcing.
• Maintain documentation, including technical reports, test results, and manufacturing instructions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics Engineering, Materials Science, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
• Five-plus years of experience in ceramic materials engineering in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ceramic materials science, thermomechanical behavior, and processing methods.
• Hands-on experience with ceramic forming techniques (e.g., slip casting, pressing, extrusion), sintering, and glazing.
• Proficiency in materials characterization tools (SEM, XRD, TGA, etc.).

• Experience in a broad range of industrial ceramic material systems produced from boron carbide, alumina nitride, alumina, silica, zirconia, silicon nitride, and silicon carbide.
• Knowledge of kiln systems
• Deep understanding of phase diagrams
• Familiarity with Six Sigma, lean manufacturing, and SPC a plus,

Due to the nature of the position all candidates must be US Citizens

Offered health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; long term disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. Leave programs include Vacation and PTO time off, paid holidays, as well as other types such as bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.
Salary range 140-175K/yr Depending on Experience