Senior Materials Engineer - Standards and Specifications

CapstoneONE Search; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance and retirement benefits

Lucrative bonus program

Long-term advancement opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Senior Materials Engineer to develop and maintain material specifications. This role requires expertise in AMS, ASTM, and Mil-Spec standards, offering the candidate a chance to provide technical guidance to teams and ensure compliance in a regulated environment. The position includes a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $120,000, annual bonuses, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of applicable experience within a manufacturing setting.
• US Citizen required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material and process specifications that align with standards.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Collaborate with suppliers for compliance with specifications.
• Lead compliance and audit activities related to material standards.
• Support new product development by managing testing and specifications.
• Maintain documentation for material and process data.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Project management

Familiarity with AMS/SAE standards

Familiarity with ASTM standards

Familiarity with Mil-Spec standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or material science

Job description

Senior Materials Engineer - Standards and Specifications

This is a full‑time, permanent/direct‑hire opportunity at a global, industry‑leading manufacturer of precision‑engineered components. The Materials & Process Specification Manager will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of material and process (M&P) specifications at the flagship production operation in the Boston, MA area. This role reports directly to the General Manager and serves as the company’s subject‑matter expert on AMS/SAE, ASTM, Mil‑Spec, and customer standards—ensuring all materials and processes meet stringent quality, performance, and regulatory requirements.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and revise internal material and process specifications that align with AMS, ASTM, Mil‑Spec, and customer standards.
• Serve as the company’s authority on material and process standards, providing technical guidance to engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with all specification and certification requirements through document review and audits.
• Lead compliance and audit activities, supporting internal, customer, and regulatory reviews related to material and process standards.
• Manage engineering change processes for material specifications, driving continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
• Support new product development initiatives by managing testing, qualification, and specification activities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and archival systems for all material and process data, ensuring traceability and regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree (engineering, material science, or other technical disciplines preferred).
• 4+ years of applicable experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Deep familiarity with AMS/SAE, ASTM, and Mil‑Spec standards.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated environment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Product Management

Industries

Manufacturing

Our client offers a comprehensive portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with a lucrative bonus program, long‑term advancement opportunities and other attractive perks. Relocation assistance is available to especially qualified candidates not currently residing in the local geography.