Materials Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer – Materials

Job Description

The materials engineer will improve plant materials, processes, and equipment to keep our manufacturing facility current and efficient. This role involves developing and applying advanced theories, methods, and research techniques to solve complex technical problems with new technologies. The materials engineer will analyze, evaluate, and plan methods to solve technical problems. Key responsibilities include optimizing material formulations and components for safety, quality, cost, and delivery improvements, managing formulation and raw material change processes, and maintaining material formulations and operating procedures. The role also involves providing technical support to production teams, managing new product and process implementation, initiating and implementing continuous improvement projects, conducting feasibility studies, and participating in cost reduction initiatives.

Hard Skills

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited program (Chemical, Materials, or Materials Science Engineering preferred)

4 years materials engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience running material trials in a production environment

Polymer, Plastics, or Compound molding experience

Material project management (managing suppliers, material validation, and qualification)

Soft Skills

Passion for working in a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment

Ability to drive continuous improvement to processes and equipment

Willingness to work on the manufacturing floor for the majority of the day

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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