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Tenneco

Materials Engineer

Milan, OH

Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way The Materials Engineer supports elastomer materials engineering and supports laboratory operations. This position provides hands-on experience in ...

Tenneco

Materials Engineer

Milan, OH · On-site

Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way The Materials Engineer supports elastomer materials engineering and supports laboratory operations. This position provides hands-on experience in ...

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 ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Materials Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Research, develop, characterize, and certify materials solutions to enhance ground vehicle survivability, mobility, lethality, and sustainment. Evaluate physical ...

Type One Energy Group

Materials Engineer

Knoxville, TN · On-site

As a materials engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting Type One Energy's materials program across various components and materials systems. This will be accomplished by executing materials ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Materials Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Become a part of our warfighter technology team delivering breakthrough technologies for our customers by providing innovative solutions that address critical ...

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Materials Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Become a part of our warfighter technology team delivering breakthrough technologies for our customers by providing innovative solutions that address critical ...

Delphinus Engineering

Materials Engineer

Bethesda, MD · Hybrid

$85K/yr

This role involves direct support to government engineers for material condition assessments, resolution of Departure from Specification (DFS) issues, and engineering review of shipyard commitments ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Materials Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site +1

$69K - $158K/yr

Share Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Research, develop, characterize, and certify materials solutions to enhance ground vehicle survivability, mobility, lethality, and sustainment. Evaluate ...

Eaton

Materials Engineer

Marshall, MI · On-site

$71K - $105K/yr

Eaton's IS VEH Technology division is currently seeking a Materials Engineer. This is a full time, on-site position based at our Marshall, MI facility. Relocation assistance is available to those ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Materials Engineer

Lorton, VA

$99K - $225K/yr

Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Become a part of our warfighter technology team delivering breakthrough technologies for our customers by providing innovative solutions that address critical ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Materials Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

$99K - $225K/yr

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System One

Materials Engineer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

$36 - $95/hr

Materials Engineer Type: Contract Compensation: $36.00 - $95.00 per hour Work Model: Remote - offsite System one is seeking to contract with a highly motivated Materials Engineer to support the ...

Thekineticgroup

Materials Engineer

Anoka, MN · On-site

$95K - $133K/yr

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize material and process performance across production. * Lead complex investigations into material-related issues, including ...

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Materials Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Materials Engineer The Opportunity: Become a part of our warfighter technology team delivering breakthrough technologies for our customers by providing innovative solutions that address critical ...

Thekineticgroup

Materials Engineer

Anoka, MN · On-site

$95K - $133K/yr

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize material and process performance across production. * Lead complex investigations into material-related issues, including ...

Delphinus Engineering

Materials Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$85K/yr

This role involves direct support to government engineers for material condition assessments, resolution of Departure from Specification (DFS) issues, and engineering review of shipyard commitments ...

Delphinus Engineering

Materials Engineer

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$85K/yr

This role involves direct support to government engineers for material condition assessments, resolution of Departure from Specification (DFS) issues, and engineering review of shipyard commitments ...

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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

Milan, OH

Tenneco
Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in the development of elastomer formulations for anti-vibration applications

  • Support analytical laboratory activities, including material characterization and routine testing with TGA and FTIR instruments

  • Collect, analyze, and document test data to support engineering decisions

Tenneco rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.


Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

The Materials Engineer supports elastomer materials engineering and supports laboratory operations. This position provides hands-on experience in rubber formulation, material testing, and chemical analysis to support product development, manufacturing performance, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development of elastomer formulations for anti-vibration applications
  • Support analytical laboratory activities, including material characterization and routine testing with TGA and FTIR instruments
  • Coordinate metallurgical and analytical test requirements with external contract laboratories
  • Participate in product development and manufacturing support activities
  • Assist with material selection, adhesive recommendations, and basic failure analysis investigations
  • Collect, analyze, and document test data to support engineering decisions
  • Support compliance with regulatory requirements and material data systems (e.g., IMDS)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and suppliers
  • Contribute to continuous improvement projects related to materials and laboratory processes
Qualifications
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in elastomer materials engineering and/or analytical chemistry
  • Basic understanding of polymers, elastomers, or material science principles
  • Expertise in standard laboratory hygiene and test methods
  • Knowledge in rubber compounding, material characterization, and rubber-to-substrate adhesion preferred
  • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Key Competencies
  • Technical expertise in materials, analytical chemistry, or metallurgy
  •  Problem solving and root cause analysis
  •  Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Quality and precision focus

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