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Sr. Materials Manager

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

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Waukegan, IL · On-site

... Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and others. Collect, analyze, and recommend solutions to quality and delivery problems on purchased materials. Implement and comply with ethical and legal ...

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How much do materials developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials developer in North Chicago, IL is $21.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 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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Infographic showing various Materials Developer job openings in North Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,416 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Materials Engineer

Round Lake, IL • On-site

DivIHN Integration Inc
Software Development • 51 - 200 employees
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Job description

DivIHN (pronounced “divine”) is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.

Visit us at https://divihn.com/find-a-job/ to learn more and view our open positions.

 
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For further inquiries about this opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist,  Saravana Kumar, at 224-507-1183
 
Title: Materials Engineer
Location: Onsite at Round Lake, IL
Duration: 12 Months
 
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered
 
Description:
Responsible for coordinating all activities necessary to complete technical service requests within an agreed-upon timeline. This includes material testing, extrusion and problem solving.
 
Requirements
  • Able to operate and interpret data with the majority of the material characterization tools such as DSC, rheometer, TGA, DMA, Tensile tester, hardness tester, GC-MS, HPLC, FTIR, optical, SEM, etc.
  • No restriction in weight lifting of 50lb or so if needed when working in the extrusion lab for making pellets, film and tubing.
  • Execute protocols and write reports following procedures.
  • BS 8+ years, MS 5+year, PhD 2+years in material science or engineering, chemical engineering, or equivalent.
  • Experience working in the medical industry is preferred.

About us:
DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.

DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.