Chemical Materials & Technology Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA•Hagerstown, MD

7h•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more. As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing. When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and data-driven Chemical Materials & Technology Engineer to join our research and development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, laboratory sciences, and electrochemical methods, along with hands-on experience in product development, quality control, and manufacturing support. This individual will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring a passion for problem-solving, experimental design, and continuous improvement. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative product development while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001, GLP, and CGMP standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
Proven experience in analytical chemistry, laboratory testing, or quality control within a manufacturing or R&D environment
Strong working knowledge of analytical instrumentation and techniques, including spectroscopy and chromatography
Experience with wet chemistry methods and electrochemical analysis
Familiarity with GLP, CGMP, ISO 9001 standards, and laboratory safety practices
Hands-on experience with LIMS or other laboratory data management systems
Solid understanding of scientific research methodologies and product development processes
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and presentations

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including ICP-OES, FTIR, TGA, and related analytical equipment
Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods to support product testing and quality assurance
Design and execute experiments using spectroscopy, chromatography (GC/HPLC), and wet chemistry techniques
Analyze and interpret complex data sets to support research, product development, and manufacturing processes
Manage and maintain laboratory data in LIMS systems, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance
Perform routine and non-routine quality control testing to ensure products meet regulatory and internal specifications
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, materials, and product development teams to troubleshoot and improve processes
Support product development initiatives by providing technical insight, experimental results, and recommendations
Ensure all laboratory activities comply with GLP, CGMP, ISO 9001, and safety standards
Document experimental procedures, methodologies, and findings through clear and detailed technical reports
Stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry techniques and technologies
Present findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders