Material Tester / Materials Engineer

Title: Material Tester / Materials Engineer

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin / Glendale, Wisconsin

Job Type: Contract W2

Job Description:

•Perform material testing, characterization, and failure analysis for engineering products.

•Prepare metallographic samples through sectioning, mounting, grinding, and polishing.

•Conduct testing using optical microscopy, hardness testing, spectroscopy, and thermal analysis.

•Investigate failures involving metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites and perform root-cause analysis.

•Analyze test results and prepare clear technical reports with conclusions and recommendations.

•Support engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams on material/process issues.

•Maintain laboratory equipment and follow required lab safety practices.

Required Skills:

•Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

•GPA 3.4 or above.

•Good understanding of metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, material properties, and failure mechanisms.

•Hands-on experience with materials testing and laboratory equipment.

•Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.