Senior Polymer Materials Engineer

Position Overview

As a Senior Polymer Materials Engineer at Mercury Marine, you will provide technical leadership in the selection, testing, and analysis of polymeric materials for both current products and new product development.

• Recommend materials for new product applications, including thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, rubbers, composites, and adhesives.
• Lead evaluation and adoption of new polymer materials and processes through data‑driven analysis.
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting Engineering, Procurement, Supplier Quality, Internal Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain internal specifications for polymer materials, processing methods, and test procedures.
• Utilize laboratory equipment (FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM, EDS, melt flow, tensile testing, hardness testing, microscopy) to:
  • Conduct failure analysis on components from product testing, production issues, and field returns.
  • Provide guidance on production materials for externally sourced components.
  • Evaluate material performance in marine environments, including UV, thermal, chemical, and long‑term aging effects.
• Provide technical support for polymer‑related inquiries across the Brunswick enterprise.
• Document findings in clear engineering reports complete with conclusions and recommendations for next steps.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Materials, Polymer, Composites, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 6+ years of hands‑on experience in a materials lab or polymer manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with both destructive and non‑destructive testing methods and associated lab equipment.
• Strong knowledge of polymer selection, processing, manufacturing methods, tooling, quality systems, and technical drawing interpretation.
• Ability to analyze complex or conflicting data to determine root cause.
• Experience working cross‑functionally to support product development, manufacturing, and sourcing efforts.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $86,500 – $139,300 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on factors such as experience, location, and business needs. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus program.

Eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account, wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and more.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Brunswick encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.