Process Engineer

About MATSYS

MATSYS is an innovation driven advanced manufacturing company developing and producing specialty engineered materials that power next generation aerospace, defense, and energy applications. Our technologies enable breakthroughs in performance, efficiency, and reliabilitysolving some of the most complex materials engineering challenges in the world.

We are in a period of rapid growth and scaling, and we thrive on collaboration, technical excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. At MATSYS, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the success of missioncritical programs and build a supply chain designed for resilience, agility, and worldclass execution.

If you are excited by complex materials, advanced manufacturing, and highimpact technical problemsolving, you’ll feel right at home here.

MATSYS is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, scale and improve manufacturing processes for high-purity metal powders. You will connect hands-on production support with process design, commissioning and data analysis to improve powder quality, yield and equipment reliability.

What you will do

• Lead design, installation and commissioning of powder processing, automated handling and auxiliary equipment, including installation, operational and performance qualification.
• Define and optimize process parameters for plasma atomization, powder handling, conditioning, sieving and blending; troubleshoot production and equipment deviations.
• Analyze particle size distribution, morphology, flowability, density and chemical purity to improve yield and reduce scrap and contamination.
• Partner with operations, quality and safety teams on hazard reviews, pre-startup reviews, inerting strategies and combustible metal powder controls.
• Use statistical process control, design of experiments and root-cause analysis; develop SOPs, material balances, process flow diagrams and operator guidance.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of relevant process engineering experience, typically 3–5 years, in powder metallurgy, chemical processing or advanced thermal manufacturing.
• Strong analytical judgment, practical troubleshooting, clear technical communication and a dependable, collaborative approach.

Preferred experience

Gas atomization or plasma technology; heat transfer, gas dynamics and thermodynamics; powder characterization such as SEM, LECO and pycnometry; P&IDs and equipment schematics; Minitab, JMP or advanced Excel.

Work environment

Work involves manufacturing floor, equipment and laboratory activities around metal powders, pressurized gases, heat, noise and industrial equipment. Required PPE may include respiratory protection, flame-resistant clothing, safety glasses and protective footwear.

Why Join MATSYS

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) withemployer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Support for certifications, training, and career development
• The opportunity to directly shape the facilities infrastructure powering breakthrough technologies

MATSYS is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process. MATSYS uses E-Verify to verify right-to-work. MATSYS is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test prior to following receipt of a conditional job offer