Materials Engineer: Lab Testing & Material Solutions

ORBIS Corporation; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ORBIS Corporation in Wisconsin seeks a materials testing professional to evaluate resins and plastics, define test protocols, and deliver data-driven insights for product development and process improvements. Responsibilities include performing tests with FTIR, DSC, TGA, Instron and related equipment, writing lab reports, mentoring staff, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of lab experience, with strong Excel and SAP experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science-related field is required.
• 3 years of related lab experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Define reliable test protocols for incoming materials/resins/products and material experimentation.
• Perform testing on instrumentation including FTIR, DSC, TGA, Instron, injection molding, etc.
• Analyze and write accurate lab reports with data, charts and images.
• Develop and implement new test methods for material characterization.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external customers as needed.

Skills

Lab testing

Data analysis

Excel

Microsoft Office

SAP

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science-related field

Bachelor’s of Science degree in Chemistry

Tools

FTIR

DSC

TGA

Instron

Job description

ORBIS Corporation in Wisconsin seeks a materials testing professional to evaluate resins and plastics, define test protocols, and deliver data-driven insights for product development and process improvements. Responsibilities include performing tests with FTIR, DSC, TGA, Instron and related equipment, writing lab reports, mentoring staff, and collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of lab experience, with strong Excel and SAP experience