Materials Engineer - Accelerated Growth

IDEX; Portage (MI); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

IDEX Corporation is seeking a Materials Engineer to characterize metallic materials and infrared optical crystals, perform failure analysis, and support product development. The role requires hands-on characterisation with SEM/EDS, XRD, FTIR, and mechanical testing, collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and design teams.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of composition–processing–microstructure relationships, experience with ISO quality systems, and the ability to travel as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering required.
• Master's degree in a related field with relevant experience is a plus.
• 3–5 years of industry experience in metals, infrared optical materials/crystals, or related areas mandated.
• Hands-on materials characterization and analytical testing experience is expected.

Responsabilités

• Characterize metallic materials and IR optical crystals using advanced analytical techniques.
• Conduct failure analysis and determine root causes of material or process-related issues.
• Analyze microstructure, composition, crystallography, and surface characteristics.
• Evaluate and enhance tooling and processing for ultra-precision manufacturing.
• Study laser-material interactions and their effects on properties and machining performance.
• Develop and execute material characterization plans to support product development.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to engineering teams.

Connaissances

SEM/EDS

XRD

FTIR

Tensile testing

Compression testing

DOE

Statistical analysis

ISO quality systems

Laboratory practices

Formation

B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering

B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Description du poste

If you're looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you've found it. Whether you're an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

IDEX Corporation (NYSE: IEX), based in Northbrook, IL (suburb of Chicago), is a leading global manufacturer of diversified products in industries ranging across health, science, safety, fire, and fluidics. The company operates in 24 countries, IDEX is an innovative and growing company, focused on delivering excellence through diverse, winning teams. We're a global provider of applied solutions serving a variety of markets. These include life science and medical technologies, process industry and infrastructure related applications, industrial/municipal fire, and rescue - to name just a few.

IDEX Material Science Solutions (MSS) is a newly formed group made up of 11 Materials Sciences businesses across 14 locations within the US and Europe. These businesses include Advanced Thin Films, Inc., CVI Laser, LLC, CVI Laser Limited, Iridian Spectral Technologies Ltd., Micro-LAM, Inc., Superior Technical Ceramics Corp (STC), Tecan Limited, Veco B.V., Atul, Veco Precision India Pvt. Ltd (VPI), Millux B.V., and Louwers Hanique B.V.

Responsibilities

The Materials Engineer will use advanced analytical techniques to characterize metallic materials and IR optical crystals.

The successful candidate will support the development, characterization, and failure analysis of metallic materials and infrared (IR) optical crystals used in advanced manufacturing and precision optical applications. This role requires hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques and the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities for the Materials Engineer include but is not limited to:

• Characterize metallic materials and IR optical crystals using advanced analytical techniques.
• Conduct failure analysis and determine root causes of material or process-related issues.
• Analyze microstructure, composition, crystallography, and surface characteristics.
• Evaluate and enhance current and next gen ultra-precision cutting tooling.
• Study laser-material interactions and evaluate the effects of laser processing on material properties and machining performance.
• Develop and execute material characterization plans to support product development and manufacturing.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to engineering and management teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and design engineers to improve material performance and process capability.
• Support material selection, qualification, and supplier evaluations.
• Travel up to 20% to support technical activities as needed.
• Maintain compliance with applicable quality, safety, export-control, and information-security requirements.

Requirements & Experience

• Due to the position's access to export-controlled technical data, candidates must qualify as a "U.S. person" under applicable U.S. export-control regulations. This includes U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents.
• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience working with one or more of the following areas: metals, alloys, infrared optical materials/crystals, semiconductor materials, or aerospace materials.
• Strong understanding of the relationships between composition, processing, microstructure, properties, and performance of metals and/or optical materials.
• Experience conducting materials-based root cause analysis and failure investigations using analytical characterization techniques.
• Demonstrated hands‑on expertise in materials characterization and analytical testing, with core proficiencies in SEM/EDS, XRD, FTIR, and tensile/compression testing.
• Knowledge of statistical data analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Familiarity with ISO quality systems and laboratory best practices.
• Exposure to precision manufacturing processes such as milling, polishing, coating, brazing, or heat treatment is a plus.

Characteristics

Material science expertise: Demonstrates a strong understanding of material composition, microstructure, mechanical and physical properties, and material behavior. Applies this knowledge to predict how materials will respond to ultra-precision machining, finishing, handling, and environmental conditions.

Material characterization proficiency: Understands and applies appropriate methods to evaluate material properties, composi