Materials Engineer

St Charles Manufacturing Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Perfect Plastic in Illinois seeks a Materials Engineer to identify alternative materials for our manufacturing process. You will research material properties, create test materials, analyze performance, and develop new materials to meet product requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, and efficient material sourcing, with responsibilities spanning testing, reporting, and coordinating with vendors to ensure regulatory compliance and quality across production lines.

Qualifications

• Naturally curious.
• Proven work experience as a Material Engineer or similar role.
• Knowledge of Quality Control Best Practices.
• Strong knowledge of materials science and engineering principles.
• Utilizing problem solving skills to brainstorm material-based solutions.
• Experience conducting material testing and analysis.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and material sourcing.
• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Effective communication of technical information to both engineers and non-engineers.
• Active listening and open-minded collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Selecting appropriate materials for different applications in manufacturing and development processes.
• Creating materials that can withstand greater stresses.
• Identifying materials that are cheaper to produce, boosting company profitability.
• Developing materials that require fewer resources and are less toxic.
• Developing new materials to meet specific needs and challenges.
• Analyzing and testing materials under different conditions to evaluate performance and safety.
• Generating detailed reports on material testing findings.
• Coordinating with suppliers and vendors to source materials.
• Staying updated on developments in material science and engineering.

Skills

Materials science

Quality Control

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Experience with material testing

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors degree in Materials Engineering

Project management experience

Engineering certifications (plus)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Materials Engineer to help identify alternative materials to be utilized in our manufacturing process.

As a Material Engineer you will conduct research on the property and characteristics of materials. You will create test materials and analyze results to determine their performance under different conditions. You will apply your problem solving and research skills to develop new materials and processes to meet specific product requirements. Valuing collaboration and safety in every step of the testing and analysis process.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Developing strong relationships with department management to implement new materials and processes.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Selecting appropriate materials for different applications in manufacturing and development processes.
• Creating materials that can withstand greater stresses.
• Identifying materials that are cheaper to produce, boosting company profitability.
• Developing materials that require fewer resources, contain less toxic materials or decompose quickly.
• Developing new materials to meet specific needs and challenges.
• Analyzing and testing materials under different conditions to evaluate performance and safety.
• Generating detailed reports on the findings of materials testing.
• Working closely with vendors and associations to ensure materials meet necessary specifications and regulations.
• Monitoring and improving manufacturing processes to maintain material quality and efficiency.
• Coordinating with suppliers and vendors to source materials.
• Staying updated on the latest developments in material science and engineering.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Naturally curious
• Proven work experience as a Material Engineer or similar role.
• Knowledge of Quality Control Best Practices.
• Strong knowledge of materials science and engineering principles.
• Utilizing Problem Solving Skills to brainstorm material based solutions, using creativity and adaptability to consider previously unexplored material possibilities.
• Experience conducting material testing and analysis.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and material sourcing.
• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Utilizing Analytical Skills to identify the unique properties of materials, interpret research findings, and understand the reasons for material failures.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively. Practicing Active listening, open-mindset and clearly verbalizing within teams and non-engineer colleagues.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Material Engineering
• Project management experience
• Engineering Certifications are a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

*** Other Duties and Responsibilities May be Assigned Without Notice.

Company Description

Perfect Plastic is a leading producer of financial transaction devices. It has experienced consistent growth for going on 10 years. We are looking for the right individual to help us create and evaluate new innovations relative to our markets. Our company is focused on alternative product materials and other transaction device options. Come work for a dynamic company in a thriving field. We strive to have happy, engaged employees at all levels.

Come join our team as we expand into a manufacturing facility that is state of the art, and help us in our efforts to continue setting revenue records.

Company Description

Perfect Plastic is a leading producer of financial transaction devices. It has experienced consistent growth for going on 10 years. We are looking for the right individual to help us create and evaluate new innovations relative to our markets. Our company is focused on alternative product materials and other transaction device options. Come work for a dynamic company in a thriving field. We strive to have happy, engaged employees at all levels.

Come join our team as we expand into a manufacturing facility that is state of the art, and help us in our efforts to continue setting revenue records.