Senior Materials Science Engineer

Senior Material Science Engineer

Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) is seeking a Senior Material Science Engineer to join our Product Engineering team in Menasha, WI. The Material Science Senior Engineer will support the development, characterization, selection, and qualification of materials used across products, components, and manufacturing processes. This role combines deep technical expertise with hands on experimentation and cross functional collaboration to ensure materials meet performance, reliability, cost, and regulatory requirements.

The senior engineer will drive materials innovation, solve complex material-related challenges, and support product development from concept through production.

The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of materials used in electrical systems such as metals, metal plating, protective/insulative coatings and experience evaluating properties, failure modes, and manufacturing processes, along with material characterization methods such as microscopy, XRF, FTIR, hardness testing, corrosion testing, and non-destructive evaluation of various physical properties. They demonstrate the ability to solve complex technical problems through strong analytical and critical thinking skills and have experience collaborating with suppliers in production-scale environments.

Excellent communication and documentation abilities are essential, as is a collaborative mindset to effectively work with multiple teams and engineering disciplines. Familiarity with environmental and regulatory compliance related to materials is required. Preferred qualifications include experience with reliability testing and qualification methods, materials selection, materials specifications, manufacturability, and failure analysis.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Materials Science & Engineering (MSE), Metallurgy, Polymer Science, or related field
• 5 or more years of relevant industry experience in materials development, testing, or applied materials engineering
• OR
• Master's or PhD in Materials Science & Engineering (MSE), Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Polymer Science, or related field with 3 years of relevant industry experience in materials development, testing, or applied materials engineering

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 of workplace and schedule flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.

Menasha, WI offers an excellent quality of life with a low cost of living, short commute times, and a strong sense of community. Located in the heart of the Fox Valley and along Lake Winnebago, the area provides access to outdoor recreation, safe neighborhoods, and top-rated schools. Just minutes from Appleton and within easy reach of Green Bay and Milwaukee, Menasha combines small-town living with convenient access to dining, entertainment, sports, and regional travel, making it an ideal place to relocate and build a long-term career.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, coatings, adhesives) for use in new or existing products.
• Develop material specifications, material libraries, datasheets, and acceptance criteria.
• Innovate and explore new materials, formulations, or treatments to improve performance or reduce cost.
• Plan and execute material characterization testing (mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical).
• Interpret test data, generate reports, and make recommendations based on performance results.
• Conduct failure analysis and root cause investigations on material related issues.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure materials are manufacturable and reliable.
• Support prototype builds, pilot runs, and process development activities.
• Provide technical guidance on material processing (molding, casting, coatings, heat treatment, etc.).
• Work with suppliers to validate material properties, ensure consistency, and resolve technical issues.
• Review supplier documentation and audit material related processes when necessary.
• Assist in qualifying new suppliers or materials.
• Ensure materials comply with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ASTM, ISO, RoHS).
• Develop and maintain internal material standards and testing protocols.
• Support internal hazardous materials tracking, monitoring, and controlling processes and systems.
• Create clear technical documentation, reports, specifications, and presentations.
• Communicate material decisions and technical findings to cross functional teams and leadership.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time other than the TN1 Visa (Canadian).

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