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Work with finance to develop product costing to understand impacts of material/design selections * Interface with vendors, manufacturing facilities, and various internal groups to resolve design and ...

Principal Polymer Engineer - CMP Pads

Aurora, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead the design and engineering of next-generation polymer material systems for advanced CMP applications, defining formulation strategies and material design space (composition, architecture, and ...

Principal Polymer Engineer - CMP Pads

Aurora, IL · On-site

$140 - $186.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead material engineering and platform innovation**** Lead the design and engineering of next-generation polymer material systems for advanced CMP applications, defining formulation strategies and ...

Work with finance to develop product costing to understand impacts of material/design selections * Interface with vendors, manufacturing facilities, and various internal groups to resolve design and ...

Material Characterization Scientist

Aurora, IL

$114K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Build property-performance models to enable material design targets and process control windows * Support root-cause investigations for yield, consistency, and customer performance issues using ...

Material Characterization Scientist

Aurora, IL · On-site

$114K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Build property-performance models to enable material design targets and process control windows * Support root-cause investigations for yield, consistency, and customer performance issues using ...

Identify risks related to design feasibility, material selection, space constraints, and electrical performance; propose alternatives and mitigations. * Troubleshoot issues related to harness design ...

Material Characterization Scientist

Aurora, IL · On-site

$114K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Build property-performance models to enable material design targets and process control windows * Support root-cause investigations for yield, consistency, and customer performance issues using ...

Lead the design and engineering of next-generation polymer material systems for advanced CMP applications, defining formulation strategies and material design space (composition, architecture, and ...

Principal Polymer Engineer - CMP Pads

Aurora, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Lead the design and engineering of next-generation polymer material systems for advanced CMP applications, defining formulation strategies and material design space (composition, architecture, and ...

Work with finance to develop product costing to understand impacts of material/design selections * Interface with vendors, manufacturing facilities, and various internal groups to resolve design and ...

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How much do material design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for material design in the United States is $20.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Material Design?

Material Design is a design language developed by Google that aims to create a consistent and intuitive user experience across platforms and devices. It uses visual cues inspired by physical materials like paper and ink, emphasizing depth, motion, and responsive interactions. Material Design provides guidelines for layout, color schemes, typography, and component behavior to help designers and developers create visually appealing and user-friendly applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a material designer?

To thrive as a Material Designer, you need expertise in materials science, product design, and engineering principles, generally supported by a degree in materials science, engineering, or industrial design. Familiarity with CAD software, materials testing equipment, and simulation tools is typically required, along with knowledge of industry standards and certifications. Creativity, problem-solving, and strong collaboration skills help Material Designers develop innovative solutions and work effectively with cross-functional teams. These abilities are essential for creating functional, cost-effective, and sustainable materials that meet product and industry needs.

How does a material design specialist typically collaborate with developers and product teams during a project?

A Material Design specialist works closely with developers and product teams to ensure that design concepts are both visually appealing and technically feasible. Collaboration often involves regular meetings to discuss user interface elements, sharing design guidelines, and providing assets or prototypes. The specialist also reviews implementation to maintain consistency with Material Design principles and may offer feedback or adjustments as development progresses. This close teamwork helps bridge the gap between design vision and practical application, resulting in cohesive and user-friendly products.
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Infographic showing various Material Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,581 per year, or $21 per hour.

Design Engineer

aspensurgical

Caledonia, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Summary

The Design Engineer is responsible for Designing medical devices to support the growth, cost profile, and business continuity of Aspen Surgical products while working in a collaborative team environment.

 

In This Position, You Will Have the Opportunity to:

 

Medical Device Product Development

  • Lead projects and evaluate design changes related to existing products to maintain business continuity.
  • Develop and evaluate medical device designs which meet defined product requirements and are optimized for safe clinical solutions, production, reliability, and overall cost effectiveness for the business.
  • Execute medical device design history file activities to be compliant with applicable regulations.
  • Provide technical support to other departments and individuals as necessary in the exploration of new opportunities, complaints etc.
  • Evaluate proposed changes to existing products and complete deliverables required to implement change through individual efforts or cross-functional teams.
  • Ensure product changes meet regulations as well as internal and external customer requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and problem-solve efforts related to product design.
  • Conduct thorough engineering and data analysis.

 

Project Management

  • Manage project schedules, budgets, mitigating risks, and efficient solutioning of issues.
  • Communicate project plans, track tasks, and manage time to meet project deadlines.
  • Communicate with leaders status of projects in a clear and efficient manner.

 

Global Collaboration

  • Work closely with the portfolio managers to understand clinical and commercial impacts.
  • Strong communication skills to convey design concepts to clinicians to obtain design direction
  • Work with manufacturing throughout the development phases to ensure that products are produced in a safe, efficacious, and quality manner while keeping within established time frames
  • Work with finance to develop product costing to understand impacts of material/design selections
  • Interface with vendors, manufacturing facilities, and various internal groups to resolve design and manufacturing issues of new and existing products.

What You Need to Succeed in This Position

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering is required
  • A minimum of three to five years of medical device engineering experience
  • Regulated industry experience that includes, but not limited to, FDA 21CFR820.30, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, MDSAP and European MDD/MDR requirements.
  • Preferred working knowledge with ISO 11607 regulations and transit testing to ASTM 4169 or similar testing standards
  • Strong familiarity with the methods of Risk Management and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
  • Working knowledge of design history & technical file within an auditing environment.
  • Working knowledge of statistical analysis of data used to meet or define design criteria
  • Project management experience to effectively manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously
  • Preferred involvement with invention disclosures or patents
  • Business case development for product costing as it pertains to design
  • Preferred experience using engineering programs such as SolidWorks, Minitab, TOPS, similar.
  • Strong teamwork and effective communication to enhance a positive culture.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate globally.
  • Drives a culture of clinical safety and quality first.
  • Mitigates risks during the lifetime of the projects
  • Engage in continuous education to maintain job knowledge in medical device design & development
  • Excellent computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to travel up to 15% required.

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