Jr. Materials Engineer - Worthington Industries Inc.
Chicago, IL 60601
About the Job
As a Junior Materials Engineer at Tempel
you will play a vital role in supporting material selection
testing
and evaluation processes to ensure the quality and performance of our products. Reporting directly to the VP of Operations
you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to address materials-related challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes and product reliability.
Essential Functions
- Assist in conducting material characterization
analysis
and testing to evaluate properties such as mechanical strength
electrical conductivity
and magnetic properties
using a variety of testing methods and equipment.
- Support material selection and qualification processes for new product development initiatives
collaborating with cross functional teams to identify optimal materials for specific applications.
- Assist in conducting failure analysis investigations to identify root causes of material-related issues or product failures
proposing corrective actions and preventive measures to improve product reliability.
- Participate in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and specifications for incoming raw materials
ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Assist in the development and validation of material models and simulations to predict material behavior under different operating conditions and inform design decisions.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Materials Science
Metallurgical Engineering
or related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in materials engineering or a related field
preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Solid understanding of materials characterization techniques
including microscopy
spectroscopy
and mechanical testing methods.
- Familiarity with material selection
qualification
and testing procedures
with experience in analyzing and interpreting test results.
- Knowledge of materials processing techniques
such as heat treatment
forming
and surface treatment processes.
Competencies
- Demonstrates proficiency in both verbal and written communication.
- Possesses excellent analytical skills
with a keen eye for detail and a logical approach to problem-solving.
- Exhibits a clear understanding of operational policies and procedures
consistently complying with and applying them appropriately to ensure compliance and quality standards.
- Proactively keeps abreast of new work methods
skills
and technologies relevant to the role
effectively integrating them into work processes to drive innovation and improvement.
- Plans
prioritizes
and organizes work activities efficiently to maximize productivity and deliver measurable results within established timelines.
Work Environment
- General office environment with some exposure to the factory environment.
About Us
Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in
but your previous experience doesn't exactly align
we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.
Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel's expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing
electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.
As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America
Worthington Steel and its 4,600 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers' visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing
pickling
configured blanking
specialty cold reduction
lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus
Ohio
Worthington operates 32 facilities in seven states and six countries. Following a people-first Philosophy
commitment to sustainability and proven business system
Worthington Steel's purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers
creating opportunities for employees
and strengthening its communities.
Worthington Steel Inc.
and its subsidiaries
is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race
color
religion
age
national origin
sex