Engineer, Senior - Materials*

Integer Holdings Corporation; Trenton (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave after 1 year

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Integer Holdings Corporation is a global leader in high‑quality technologies and manufacturing for Medical Device OEMs and specialized energy markets. The role focuses on advanced materials, polymers and coatings, with emphasis on characterization, qualification and process integration across engineering and manufacturing teams.

The successful candidate will lead material‑related initiatives, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive technical direction while mentoring engineers in a highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field is required.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in materials science, polymers, or related discipline.
• Experience solving complex material‑related challenges in manufacturing or product development.
• Experience leading technical projects and mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety, environmental, quality and regulatory requirements (QMS, FDA, policies).
• Serve as primary technical resource for material selection, characterization and evaluation.
• Establish and maintain material standards, specifications and best practices.
• Design and execute material characterization studies to support engineering decisions.
• Lead material‑related root cause investigations and problem solving.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, quality and operations teams to resolve challenges.
• Partner with suppliers to evaluate, qualify and develop material solutions.
• Support risk assessments, validation activities and regulatory requirements as needed.

Education

B.S. Materials Science

Advanced degree (M.S./PhD)

Tools

DSC

DMA

FTIR

TGA

SEM

Microscopy

Mechanical testing

Job description

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long‑term success. At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do. Customer We focus on our customers’ success Innovation We create better solutions Collaboration We create success together Inclusion We always interact with others respectfully Candor We are open and honest with one another Integrity We do the right things and do things right

Who are we?

Integer is a global organization providing innovative, high-quality technologies and manufacturing to Medical Device OEM’s (original equipment manufacturers) to enhance the lives of patients worldwide and a provider of high‑end niche batteries for specialized applications in the energy, military, and environmental markets. We are guided by our six Values, including focus on Customers, Innovation, Collaboration, Inclusion, Candor, and Integrity. Working at Integer means you are part of a team passionately pursuing excellence in all that we do and always reaching for the next great achievement.

What you’ll do in this role:

• Adhere to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for material selection, characterization, qualification, and performance evaluation.
• Establish and maintain material standards, specifications, and best practices.
• Design and execute material characterization studies and interpret results to support engineering and manufacturing decisions.
• Lead material‑related problem solving, root cause investigations, and failure analyses.
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance.
• Partner with suppliers to evaluate, qualify, and develop material solutions that meet technical and business objectives.
• Support material‑related risk assessments, validation activities, and regulatory requirements as needed.
• Evaluate emerging materials and technologies and contribute to long‑term technology strategies.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to customers, suppliers, and leadership teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and technicians throughout the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

How you will be measured:

The specific measures listed below may be subject to change and are not intended to be an all‑inclusive list Safety is our highest priority; you will be an active supporter of the Integer Environmental, Health & Safety programs. Quality – Achievement of site Quality KPI’s You will have defined Goals and Objectives specifying key projects and expected milestones to achieve. Given your capabilities and experience, you will be expected to identify ways to shorten project durations and lead systemic changes to current processes and procedures that enable greater efficiencies. Innovation and ideation are critical aspects of your role and you will be expected to generate continuous improvement suggestions and support the implementation of them. Your expertise coupled with your accomplishments and collaboration with others to deliver results will also be considered.

What sets you apart:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical field Required.
• Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science preferred, Polymer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience (4-6 with Master’s) in materials science, polymers, advanced manufacturing, product development, process engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience solving complex material‑related technical challenges in a manufacturing, product development, or engineering environment.
• Experience serving as a technical lead, subject matter expert, or engineering mentor.
• Experience working in regulated industries or highly engineered products.
• Strong understanding of polymers, specialty materials, coatings, composites, or other advanced material systems, including polyimide, PTFE, ePTFE, oPTFE, FEP, PEEK, Pebax, nylon, polyethylene.
• Experience with material characterization and analytical techniques such as DSC, DMA, FTIR, TGA, SEM, microscopy, mechanical testing, or similar methods.
• Ability to connect material properties to product performance and manufacturing processes.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and root‑cause investigation skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to influence decisions and drive technical direction through expertise and leadership.

Our total rewards program is designed to attract, retain, and motivate associates to contribute to Integer’s success.

Our compensation program includes base salary and a cash‑based incentive program supporting our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits. Parental leave is available after one year. Optional employee‑paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance. Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions. We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Integer Holdings Corporation (“Integer”) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, and on any other protected characteristics. We celebrate our many differences and remain committed to providing an inclusive workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

Integer does not discriminate against any applicants or employees because he or she is a disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active‑duties wartime veteran, campaign badge veteran, referred to collectively as "Protected Veterans." It is also the policy of Integer to employ and to advance in employment, all people regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities. All employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

For remote eligible job postings, all work should be performed entirely outside of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, and Washington.