Materials Engineer - Metals & Infrared Optical Materials

IDEX; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

SEM/EDS

XRD

FTIR

Tensile testing

Compression testing

DOE

Statistical analysis

ISO quality systems

Laboratory practices

Education

B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering

B.S. in Metallurgical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Job description

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