Material Science Engineering Manager

Overview

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FTI is searching for a Material Science Engineering Manager to support the Product Engineering team located in Menasha, WI.

The Material Science Engineering Manager will oversee the material science team focused on FTI technologies, components, subsystems, and integrating them into high performance systems. This role requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership skills to drive innovation, development and integration in the material science domain. The ideal candidate will have experience with material selection and characterization for the data center, e-mobility, energy conversion, energy storage, and power generations markets.

The candidate will serve as a technical expert, build, mentor, and manage the material science team, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver solutions, technology development, and ensure project success aligned with business objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor s Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience in material development and power electronics applications
• 5+ years of leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years in material development and power electronics applications

Travel: 10-25%

Work Schedule:

This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday
- Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

Work Location:

This role requires work to be done Onsite from our Menasha, WI office. Our onsite roles include a high level or workplace and schedule flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.

Technical Responsibilities

• Define material technology roadmap for FTI products.
• Select and qualify advanced materials, substrates, interconnects, and packaging in high-voltage/high-frequency applications. Develop thermal interface materials and insulation systems for power modules.
• Collaborate with design and optimization of various subsystems and systems with material considerations for reliability and performance. Ensure compatibility of materials with electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify advanced materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites) for high-reliability applications. Develop material specifications that ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Perform and conduct material characterization, electrical performance testing under extreme conditions, mechanical, thermal, and chemical property analysis using advanced techniques such as SEM, TGA, XRD, DSC, etc. Lead failure analysis and root cause investigations for material-related issues and propose corrective actions.
• Develop solutions for heat dissipation, insulation, and electromagnetic shielding using advanced materials. Support modeling and simulation of thermal and electrical properties.
• Optimize material processing methods (casting, forging, additive manufacturing, coating, heat treatment). Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive R&D initiatives for next-generation materials and sustainability solutions. Stay ahead of emerging technologies in material science and integrate them into product development.
• Create and maintain material databases, technical reports, and design guidelines. Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development:
  Create, manage and mentor the FTI material science team. Build a high performing team culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Project & Resource Management:
  Plan and execute projects within scope, budget, and timeline. Allocate resources effectively and manage supplier’s relationships. Lead material-related projects from…