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Materials Engineer

The PAC Group
Location
Rhode Island
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Manufacturing/Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BS in Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of hands-on materials engineering experience with composites and at least one of: paints/coatings, structural adhesives, or elastomers/sealants in a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to write or close out material specifications, test plans, and qualification reports
  • Comfortable working directly with manufacturing equipment and process constraints
  • Track record of building strong working relationships with design/engineering teams
Nice to have
  • Experience with AFP/composite automation processes, autoclave or out-of-autoclave cure systems, or marine/aerospace-grade paint systems
  • Experience with corrosive and corrosion-resistant materials/treatments in a marine environment
  • Familiarity with battery pack materials or experience partnering with cell/pack suppliers
  • Experience in a low-rate/early-production environment
  • Vendor qualification and supplier management experience for specialty materials
What the job really is

The Materials Engineer role at PAC Group involves collaborating closely with Design Engineering to ensure timely closure of material specifications for manufacturing. Responsibilities include characterizing materials, benchmarking vendors, and developing test plans, all aimed at facilitating smooth manufacturing processes. The engineer will also maintain a tracker for open material specs and serve as a liaison between various teams to drive alignment and expedite decision-making.

Things to weigh
  • Short-term position may imply limited job security
  • Salary range is dependent on experience, education, and qualifications, which may lead to variability in compensation
  • Role requires a strong focus on collaboration and fast-paced decision-making, which may not suit all candidates
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