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Swagelok Company

Materials Engineer

Solon, OH · On-site

The Materials Engineer will be responsible for developing, processing, and testing a wide range of products and raw materials. Will work with metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, and other ...

RXinsider LTD.

Materials Scientist

Brecksville, OH · On-site

$85 - $110/hr

Position Summary As a Materials/Polymer Scientist/Engineer, you will be responsible for creating, monitoring, and controlling material related projects. You will provide materials expertise in ...

Aston Carter

Materials Manager II

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

The Materials Manager II heads a team of buyers and planners, champions lean and Kanban ... Support new product development activities and manage the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process ...

Aston Carter

Materials Manager II

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

The Materials Manager II heads a team of buyers and planners, champions lean and Kanban ... Support new product development activities and manage the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process ...

Aston Carter

Materials Manager II

Cleveland, OH

The Materials Manager II heads a team of buyers and planners, champions lean and Kanban ... Support new product development activities and manage the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process ...

Regal Rexnord

Materials Manager

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Manage supplier performance through supplier scorecards working with Supplier Quality Engineer. * Measure monthly and annual materials goals that support the site objectives. * Utilize value stream ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Design Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Cleveland, OH Type: Fulltime, Direct Hire, Onsite Our ... Evaluates alternative materials for cost reductions/improved performance. * Helps with new product ...

Qnity

Materials Application Engineer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Materials Application Engineer Develop methods and automated solutions for applying filled polymer materials for thermal and EMI management. This position requires a background in engineering ...

SPIROL Shim Division

Materials Manager

Stow, OH

SIGN ON BONUS - $5,000 The Materials Manager is responsible for Purchasing, Scheduling and ... Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Mgmt, Business, or Engineering * 5 years' experience in planning ...

SPIROL Shim Division

Materials Manager

Stow, OH · On-site

SIGN ON BONUS - $5,000 The Materials Manager is responsible for Purchasing, Scheduling and ... Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Mgmt, Business, or Engineering * 5 years' experience in planning ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials developer in Cleveland, OH is $21.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.17 and $24.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

Solon, OH • On-site

Swagelok Company

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Job description

Shift: 1st shift
City: Solon
Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA
Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Customer Focus, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, which are demonstrated through our daily actions. For over 75 years, our dedication to our core values has been the foundation for our success. Our products have been up into space, down to the bottom of the ocean, and everywhere in between. That same dedication spans to our customers.
Throughout our organization we demonstrate a commitment to these values and those we bring onboard. Whether you want to grow in your role or explore broad opportunities and develop new skills-you'll thrive in a culture that promotes learning and development.
We strive to be a company where we all can do our best work with a true sense of purpose and belonging.
Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.
We hope you'll consider joining our team.
Position Summary:
The Materials Engineer will be responsible for developing, processing, and testing a wide range of products and raw materials. Will work with metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, and other substances to analyze and perform problem-solving when needed. Has acquired and demonstrated valuable knowledge and significant experience to work independently. Supports project teams or works on projects under minimal guidance of manager to develop new products or to enhance existing ones. Solves problems related to choice or performance of materials (i.e. failure analysis, investigation). Problems are generally related to issues of materials supplied (i.e., defects in incoming raw materials or components); to design, manufacturing and/or assembly at Swagelok; and to performance of Swagelok components.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Works well independently and supports project teams or works on projects under minimal guidance of Manager.
  • Collaborate with Materials Science teammates to solve technical issues and advance the Swagelok materials advantage.
  • Prepares/writes technical reports to document solutions and recommendations.
  • Advises others in the company how to solve materials-related problems.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with properties for a wide range of materials (metals and non-metals).
  • Demonstrates an awareness of current developments in areas of expertise.
  • Uses appropriate tools to establish relationship between microstructure-property-performance for materials and products.
  • Uses appropriate software tools to analyze data.
  • Can lead smaller team efforts to solve problems that involve multi-departmental or interdisciplinary effort.
  • Demonstrates an interest in industry standards and organizations (e.g., ASTM, ASME, ISO/EN) that will be used to create/revise internal material specifications and procedures.
  • Identifies and recommends new laboratory equipment and software needs; initiates activities leading to purchase (i.e., conducts cost-benefit studies, creates/submits P.O. requests, etc.)

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Required:
  • BS degree in engineering plus appropriate continuing training (materials science preferred)
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience or developmental experience in a professional position

Skills
  • Handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Applies reason and logic in problem solving.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Good computer and typical office software.
  • Demonstrates very good skills in mathematics, physics, chemistry, materials science, and other common engineering disciplines.
  • Demonstrates broad understanding of properties of a wide variety of materials, including metals and polymers, and efficiently applies knowledge to problem solving.
  • Has developed good understanding of functionality of Swagelok products.

Critical Competencies:
  • Self-Confidence
  • Initiative
  • Accountability
  • Influence
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements :
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Swagelok provides a comprehensive package of valuable benefits called Total Rewards focused on health and wellness, compensation, retirement planning, and supplemental rewards.
To apply:
1. Click 'Apply Now' to the role of interest, upload your resume and complete the application.
2. Those that match our qualifications will be contacted to schedule a phone interview.
Congratulations on taking the first step to Be Connected. Be Valued. Be You.
Swagelok is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are selected without regard to race, ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, pregnancy-related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
Swagelok will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, and Ohio state law.
This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Swagelok is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.
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