Materials Engineer I: Lab Analyst & Process Improver

Energy Jobline ZR; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Three Point Solution is seeking a Materials Engineer I for a Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company in Waterloo, IA. The role supports materials engineering, laboratory analysis, and process improvements, working under senior engineers.

Responsibilities include sample analysis, data collection, equipment troubleshooting, and maintaining lab procedures. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to 5S standards.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associate technical degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong understanding of part prints, process instructions, and Deere/industry standards.
• Basic to moderate knowledge of ferrous machining processes and their application to materials analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic engineering software tools.

Responsibilities

• Support materials engineering projects involving materials analysis, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Prepare and analyze material samples, components, and processes with limited engineering oversight.
• Support feasibility testing and collect data to validate engineering solutions.
• Develop, recommend, and implement analytical or process changes to improve product quality.

Skills

Materials Engineering

Laboratory Analysis

Process Control

Quality Control

Ferrous Machining

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Education

Associate technical degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Three Point Solution is seeking a Materials Engineer I for a Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company in Waterloo, IA. The role supports materials engineering, laboratory analysis, and process improvements, working under senior engineers.

Responsibilities include sample analysis, data collection, equipment troubleshooting, and maintaining lab procedures. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and adherence to 5S standards.