Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a cutting-edge materials innovation company!A highly collaborative, hands-on engineering environment!About Our ClientMy client is a pioneering materials technology business located in the Greater Boston area, focused on developing and commercializing advanced materials technologies. The organization combines scientific innovation with real-world industrial applications, creating products that address complex engineering and manufacturing challenges across a variety of industries.Working within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, employees have the opportunity to contribute directly to technology development, product commercialization, and customer success. The company values innovation, technical curiosity, and hands-on problem solving, making it an excellent environment for engineers and scientists who enjoy translating research into commercial products.Job DescriptionReporting into the Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for the following:Design and execute laboratory experiments to support process and product development initiatives.Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot electrochemical and metal coating processes.Analyze and maintain chemical systems while establishing process controls and operating parameters.Drive process scale-up activities from laboratory development through commercial implementation.Create and validate testing methodologies to support product qualification and performance requirements.Support product and application development efforts, ensuring alignment with customer specifications.Operate, maintain, and improve laboratory and process equipment.Conduct materials characterization, inspection, and failure analysis activities.Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external customers to transfer technical knowledge and support commercialization activities.Document experimental findings, process improvements, and technical procedures in a clear and organized manner.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantThe ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline, along with several years of laboratory-based product or process development experience. The successful individual will be highly analytical, hands-on, and passionate about solving complex technical challenges within a fast-paced environment.Key qualifications include:Experience developing, executing, and analyzing structured experimental programs.Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices and chemical handling procedures.Background in materials testing and characterization techniques.Familiarity with analytical methods such as SEM, EDS, XRF, hardness testing, durability assessment, or related techniques.Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with a results-driven mindset.Willingness to support occasional travel for customer and commercialization activities.What's on OfferPermanent Product Development Engineer position.Opportunity to work on innovative materials technologies with real-world commercial impact.Exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from experimentation through commercialization.Diverse technical responsibilities spanning chemistry, materials science, process engineering, and customer applications.Collaborative team environment that encourages innovation and technical growth.Opportunity to work directly with customers and contribute to new product introductions.Career development potential within a growing advanced manufacturing and materials technology organization.Highly hands-on role suited to engineers and scientists who enjoy laboratory work, experimentation, and solving complex technical problems401K benefits.Interested? Apply today!ContactRyan HurdQuote job refJN-112026-7139175Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereMarlboroughContract TypePermanentConsultant nameRyan HurdJob ReferenceJN-112026-7139175
