Remote Materials Engineer - Advanced Composites

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Advanced lab access

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Materials Engineer with expertise in advanced composites to join its R&D team in a fully remote role within South Africa. You will lead material characterization and testing, collaborating with engineers to push composite technology boundaries.

The role emphasizes independent project management, data analysis, and communication across stakeholders, enabling cutting-edge R&D and potential IP generation in a flexible remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering with composites specialization.
• 3–5 years in advanced composites materials engineering.
• Experience with material characterization (SEM, DSC, TGA, mechanical tests).
• Ability to work remotely and manage research projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and characterize advanced composite materials (carbon fiber, fiberglass, PMC).
• Design and conduct material testing experiments to evaluate mechanical, thermal, and physical properties.
• Analyze material performance data and failure mechanisms using advanced techniques.
• Develop material specifications and quality control procedures.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to ensure material suitability for applications.
• Stay abreast of advancements in materials science and composite technology.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for stakeholders.
• Assist in scale-up of material processing and manufacturing techniques.
• Troubleshoot material-related issues in product development or manufacturing.
• Contribute to IP generation through patents and publications.

Skills

Data analysis

Independent work

Remote communication

Technical writing

Education

Master's or PhD in Materials Science/Mechanical Engineering (composites)

Tools

SEM

DSC

TGA

Autoclave curing

RTM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Materials Engineer with expertise in advanced composites to join its R&D team in a fully remote role within South Africa. You will lead material characterization and testing, collaborating with engineers to push composite technology boundaries.

The role emphasizes independent project management, data analysis, and communication across stakeholders, enabling cutting-edge R&D and potential IP generation in a flexible remote setting.