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Johnsonelectric

Materials Engineer

Vandalia, IL

Join Our Team as a Materials Engineer at Johnson Electric! Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite) Vacancy Type: Existing position As our next Materials Engineer , you'll be at the forefront of developing ...

GW Electric

$114K - $151K/yr

Materials Integrator The Materials Integrator is responsible for developing next-generation NPD ... Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to integrate formulation ...

Danfoss

Materials Engineer

Freeport, IL · On-site

Materials Engineer The Impact You'll Make As our Materials Engineer , you will be a go-to expert for metallurgy and materials science within our Hydrostatics division based in our Freeport, IL ...

G&W Electric

Materials Integrator

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

Materials Integrator The Materials Integrator is responsible for developing next-generation NPD ... Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to integrate formulation ...

G&W Electric Co

Materials Integrator

Bolingbrook, IL

$114K - $151K/yr

Materials Integrator The Materials Integrator is responsible for developing next-generation NPD ... Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to integrate formulation ...

Rivian

Materials Welding Technician

Normal, IL · On-site

$34.17 - $42.71/hr

This role is intended to support engineers and SDEs working on welding specifications, production joints, supplier quality, and durability-critical validation activities across current and future ...

Lochner

Materials Management Coordinator

Lisle, IL

$45.80 - $68/hr

Assists the Resident Engineer or Construction Manager in the coordination of activities. * Perform materials coordination duties including but not limited to: * Coordinate materials QA testing with ...

Rivian

Materials Welding Technician

Normal, IL

$34.17 - $42.71/hr

This role is intended to support engineers and SDEs working on welding specifications, production ... Partner with Materials Engineers, Welding Engineers, and Supplier Development Engineers to generate ...

Rivian

Senior Materials Engineer - Metals

Normal, IL

$98K - $123K/yr

Role Summary The Senior Materials Engineer, Metals will lead material selection, validation, and problem solving across ferrous metal systems with secondary support for light-metal applications. This ...

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What is the difference between Materials Developer vs Materials Scientist?

AspectMaterials DeveloperMaterials Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in materials science, engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or higher degree in materials science, chemistry, or physics
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, manufacturing settingsResearch labs, academia, industry research divisions
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, R&D firms, product developmentUniversities, research institutions, industry R&D
Common Search & ComparisonMaterials Developer vs Materials Scientist

Materials Developers focus on creating and optimizing materials for specific applications, often working closely with product teams. Materials Scientists conduct fundamental research to understand material properties and behaviors, often in academic or research settings. While both roles require a background in materials science, Developers are more application-oriented, whereas Scientists focus on foundational research.

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Materials Engineer

Johnsonelectric

Vandalia, IL

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Join Our Team as a Materials Engineer at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite)
Vacancy Type: Existing position

As our next Materials Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing and advancing materials used in nextgeneration medical technologies. Your expertise in materials science and engineering will be crucial in improving product performance, enabling innovation, and supporting the development of wearable medical devices and advanced sensing technologies.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

  • Employee Empowerment: A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions.

  • Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience.

  • Mentorship Opportunities: Access to mentorship programs that help you grow both personally and professionally.

  • Global Mobility: Opportunities for international assignments and transfers to broaden your career horizons.

  • Ethical Practices: A commitment to ethical business practices and integrity in all operations.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop, test, and evaluate polymeric and composite materials for product applications.
Conduct product and process testing, including development of new test methods.
Perform failure analysis on components and materials to identify root causes.
Create and execute testing plans using laboratory analysis equipment.
Document and communicate technical findings through reports and presentations.
Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration.
Train technicians on lab equipment, testing protocols, and procedures.
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams and external suppliers to support product development.

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Engineering, or related field.
Experience in materials development, testing, or characterization
Knowledge of material analysis techniques (e.g., FTIR, DSC, TGA, viscometer).
Experience with product testing (mechanical, electrical, or reliability)
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with ability to draw conclusions from data.

Bonus Points If You Have:

Experience with ink or adhesive formulations
Experience with 3D printing or advanced manufacturing techniques
Experience supporting wearable devices, sensors, or electronic materials
Experience working in a regulated or medical device environment

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can't wait to meet you!

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