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GP&C

Material Scientist

Houston, TX · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline required. * Proven track record in hands-on lab leadership, including the ...

ICON

Materials Engineer II

Austin, TX

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or Material Science (with a focus on cement-based materials), or Master's with 3+ years of industry experience, or BS in Civil Engineering /Material Science Engineering ...

ICON

Materials Engineer II

Austin, TX · On-site

Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or Material Science (with a focus on cement-based materials), or Master's with 3+ years of industry experience, or BS in Civil Engineering /Material Science Engineering ...

INTEC SEA

Materials & Corrosion Engineer

Houston, TX

D. in metallurgical engineering, material science or related field. Over 10 years of project experience on large (EPCI) oil and gas construction projects with at least 5 years applicable experience ...

Intec Sea

Materials & Corrosion Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

D. in metallurgical engineering, material science or related field. * Over 10 years of project experience on large (EPCI) oil and gas construction projects with at least 5 years applicable experience ...

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Material Scientist

Material Scientist

GP&C

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Material Development & Innovation:
  • Extracts, develops, processes, and tests materials used in a wide range of products.
  • Works with diverse materials including metals, plastics, composites, and semi-conductors to meet design, mechanical, and performance criteria.
  • Leads research and implementation of new materials and fabrication technologies to support evolving product needs.

Lab & Technical Analysis:
  • Serves as a senior materials engineer guiding testing protocols, overseeing laboratory operations, and ensuring accurate data collection and analysis.
  • Plans and executes lab operations to assess materials and validate fabrication processes.
  • Reviews and interprets failure analysis data to determine root causes and corrective actions.
  • Develops standard material testing protocols aligned with product and regulatory requirements.

Product Development & Engineering Support:
  • Evaluates technical and economic trade-offs to recommend materials and manufacturing solutions.
  • Reviews new product designs for strength, weight, cost, and manufacturability; submits material selection recommendations.
  • Advises design engineers and manufacturing teams on material behavior under operational conditions.

Testing, Analysis & Continuous Improvement:
  • Plans and implements test procedures and laboratory evaluations to develop and validate new materials and processes.
  • Reviews failure data and interprets lab results to establish or rule out material and process-related causes.
  • Drives continuous improvement in materials and manufacturing through root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.

Supplier & Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Partners with material suppliers and vendors to evaluate and select materials suitable for product applications.
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams in engineering, quality, and operations to ensure successful integration of material solutions.

QUALIFITCATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline required.

  • Proven track record in hands-on lab leadership, including the development and execution of material testing protocols and failure analysis.
  • Experience selecting and qualifying materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites) for performance-critical and cost-sensitive applications.
  • Demonstrated success in applying continuous improvement tools and methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) to enhance material and process performance.

SKILLS:
  • Proficient in analytical and modeling tools.
  • In-depth knowledge of material behavior under mechanical, thermal, and chemical stresses.
  • Familiarity with industry standards for material testing and validation.
  • Strong understanding of laboratory instrumentation and testing techniques.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset.
  • Effective communicator capable of influencing cross-functional teams and presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Collaborative, who thrives in fast-paced and technically complex environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Office-based role with visits to manufacturing sites as needed.
  • Stand or walk for extended periods.

  • Occasionally lift items weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Navigate the manufacturing floor, adhering to safety protocols.

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