Materials And Process Engineer

Unified Talent Group • Full-time • Tulsa, OK, US • 6h ago

Unified Talent Group is exclusive in a search with a manufacturing industry leader in the Tulsa OK area, in search of a Materials and Process Engineer. The Materials and Process Engineer is responsible for selecting, developing, qualifying, and optimizing materials and manufacturing processes to ensure product performance, quality, cost efficiency, and manufacturability. This role works closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to support product development and production across the full lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Select and evaluate materials (metals, polymers, composites, ceramics, coatings, etc.) based on performance, cost, reliability, and regulatory requirements
Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes, including fabrication, forming, joining, finishing, and surface treatments
Lead materials and process qualification, validation, and change control activities
Investigate and resolve material or process-related failures using root cause analysis and corrective actions
Support new product introduction by defining material specifications and process flows
Collaborate with design engineering to ensure material and process compatibility with product requirements
Work with suppliers to qualify materials, processes, and special process vendors
Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, cost reduction, and process capability

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in materials engineering, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering
Strong understanding of material properties, processing methods, and manufacturing principles
Experience with thin film processes
Experience and familiarity with optical coatings used for performance
Experience with process validation, material qualification, or failure analysis
Ability to analyze data and apply statistical or engineering methods to solve problems