R&D Materials Engineer – Polymers for Golf Ball Tech

SportAtlas; Carlsbad (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SportAtlas is seeking an entry-level Materials Scientist to support the R&D team in identifying, designing, and evaluating materials for next-generation golf balls. The role involves conducting laboratory-based tests and analyzing data to connect material properties with product performance.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in a related field and have up to 2 years of polymer materials research or application engineering experience, with strong collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Candidates should have 0-2 years of experience in polymer materials research or application engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support the R&D team in identifying, designing, and evaluating materials for future-generation golf balls.
• Conduct laboratory-based testing and analyze characterization data to link material properties with product performance.

Skills

Polymer Science

Materials Characterization

Polymer Chemistry

Mechanical Testing

Thermal Analysis

Spectroscopy

Chromatography

Injection Molding

Compression Molding

Extrusion

Data Interpretation

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

BS in Materials Science / Polymer Science / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Job description

SportAtlas is seeking an entry-level Materials Scientist to support the R&D team in identifying, designing, and evaluating materials for next-generation golf balls. The role involves conducting laboratory-based tests and analyzing data to connect material properties with product performance.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in a related field and have up to 2 years of polymer materials research or application engineering experience, with strong collaboration across teams.