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AA Metals Inc

Materials Engineer

Williamsport, PA

Materials Engineer Position Overview: The Materials Engineer is responsible for supporting the quality, performance, and consistency of aluminum products in a manufacturing environment. This role ...

Dana Incorporated

Materials Engineer

Maumee, OH · On-site

Job Purpose This position will be responsible to provide materials engineering support for product design, specifications and program launch of traditional and electric driveline products, motors and ...

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Dana

Materials Engineer

Maumee, OH

Job Purpose This position will be responsible to provide materials engineering support for product design, specifications and program launch of traditional and electric driveline products, motors and ...

KBR, Inc.

Materials Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Materials Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and ...

HEICO

Materials Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

HEICO is currently recruiting a Materials Engineer for its Seal Dynamics Business Unit, located in Tampa, FL. PRIME RESPONSIBILITIES * Perform an in-depth documentation review of materials received ...

KBR

Materials Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Materials Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and ...

Blue Bird Body Company

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA

JOB SUMMARY The Materials Engineer in will research, test, and qualify materials to optimize the safety, structural integrity, and longevity of Blue Bird's school bus and commercial vehicle. This ...

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Eaton

Materials Engineer

Marshall, MI · On-site

$86K - $126K/yr

The Materials Engineer is a technical role combining engineering analysis, project support, and hands-on laboratory execution. The position supports product development, manufacturing, and failure ...

Blue Bird Body Company

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA

JOB SUMMARY The Materials Engineer in will research, test, and qualify materials to optimize the safety, structural integrity, and longevity of Blue Bird's school bus and commercial vehicle. This ...

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Blue Bird

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA

JOB SUMMARY The Materials Engineer in will research, test, and qualify materials to optimize the safety, structural integrity, and longevity of Blue Bird's school bus and commercial vehicle. This ...

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DCS Corporation

Materials Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA

We are seeking a motivated Materials Engineer to work with senior engineers in a fast-paced program office to manage critical Soldier programs and technologies in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. In this role ...

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As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials developer in the United States is $22.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.24 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

Materials Engineer

AA Metals Inc

Williamsport, PA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Chance Aluminum, based in Williamsport, PA, focuses on aluminum production as the domestic supplier for AA Metals, a Florida-based master distributor with global operations in the United States, Colombia, Turkey, and China. We are a safety-focused, industrial manufacturing facility looking to expand our team of dedicated, goal-driven individuals.

Materials Engineer Position Overview:

The Materials Engineer is responsible for supporting the quality, performance, and consistency of aluminum products in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on alloy evaluation, process support, and troubleshooting across, rolling, packing, and finishing operations. The Metallurgist works closely with production and quality teams to ensure products meet customer specifications and industry standards while driving continuous improvement.

Materials Engineer Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Low-cost United Healthcare health insurance premiums
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • 401k with employer matching

Materials Engineer Core Responsibilities:

  • Analyze aluminum alloys to evaluate properties, performance, and suitability for application
  • Support, rolling, packing and finishing processes to improve quality and efficiency
  • Investigate material defects, failures, and non-conformities; identify root causes and implement corrective actions
  • Work with production teams to resolve day-to-day metallurgical and process-related issues
  • Assist in developing and maintaining process controls to ensure consistent product quality
  • Perform and interpret materials testing (mechanical, chemical)
  • Maintain records of testing results, process data, and analysis
  • Support quality initiatives, including scrap reduction and process improvement efforts
  • Ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable industry standards
  • Assist with internal audits and quality system requirements (e.g., ISO 9001)
  • Prepare technical reports and communicate findings to internal teams
  • Creating Oven Cycles

Materials Engineer Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (aluminum or metals processing a plus)
  • Extensive knowledge of aluminum alloys, annealing and metallurgical principles
  • Familiarity with material testing methods and lab equipment
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting

Preferred:

  • Experience with casting, rolling, or metal finishing processes
  • Exposure to statistical analysis tools
  • Knowledge of Aluminum Association standards, alloys, and tempers
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement methods

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be comfortable working in a noisy, industrial environment with exposure to heat and moving machinery.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of hand tools or test equipment.

Work Schedule:

  • Full-time position with possible on-call availability for emergencies.
  • Rotating shifts may be required, including weekends and holidays

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: On-site, Williamsport, PA