Job Description:

• 1) Evaluates technical and economic factors, recommending engineering and manufacturing actions for attainment of design objectives of process or product by applying knowledge of material science and related technologies: Reviews plans for new product and factors, such as strength, weight, and cost to submit material selection recommendations ensuring attainment of design objectives.

• 2) Plans and implements laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures for new materials to fulfill product cost and performance standards.

• 3) Confers with producers of materials, such as metals, ceramics, or polymers, during investigation and evaluation of materials suitable for specific product applications.

• 4) Reviews product failure data and interprets laboratory tests and analyses to establish or rule out material and process causes.