Material Testing Engineer

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking a curious, hands‑on Material Testing Engineer to join our cutting‑edge team at the GP Innovation Institute® in Norcross, GA. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of sustainable packaging and materials performance for one of the world’s leading manufacturers.

• Collaborate with project teams to define testing plans and objectives
• Perform hands‑on material and packaging tests using established methods and lab equipment
• Record, analyze, and interpret data to uncover trends and insights
• Identify and troubleshoot anomalies in test results
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly through reports and presentations
• Maintain lab equipment, uphold safety standards, and support process improvements
• Manage time effectively and contribute to a high‑performing, collaborative team

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline; OR an Associate Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline with 2 or more years of experience in laboratory physical property testing and analysis
• Experience analyzing data sets and drawing conclusions
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize workload, and utilize excellent time management skills to meet deadlines
• Experience working in a lab and following standard operating procedures for testing and housekeeping
• Experience with experimental design, laboratory procedures, and writing technical reports

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Science, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering
• Two or more years of laboratory testing experience
• Experience communicating test plans, test results, and recommendations across all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of statistics including using software packages such as JMP, Minitab, or Power BI
• Experience developing new test methods

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength – focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.