Junior Material Engineer
About The Position
Position Summary: The Junior Material Engineer will support the Optics group by contributing to research and development, new product development, and production activities. This entry-level role focuses on assisting with the development and characterization of materials for optical applications under the guidance of senior engineers and scientists. The position offers hands-on experience in material evaluation, laboratory work, and cross-functional collaboration while building a strong foundation in optical materials engineering. This position will also support the functions of the R&D – Optical Department to meet the requirements of the relevant ISO 9001:2015 standards based on the quality objectives established by Top Management. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with research activities related to new materials, technologies, and processes for optical applications, including high refractive index materials. Support the design and execution of experiments, including sample preparation, data collection, and basic data analysis. Document experimental results and contribute to technical reports, presentations, and internal documentation. Assist senior engineers in evaluating and qualifying new materials, laboratory equipment, and external analytical services. Provide materials-related support to cross-functional teams involved in formulation development, prototyping, and manufacturing integration. Support surface engineering activities such as adhesion testing, surface treatments, and release layer evaluations. Help maintain the materials laboratory by following safety procedures, organizing equipment and materials, and assisting with routine lab operations. Collaborate with R&D, production, and other engineering teams to support ongoing projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Meets required ISO 9001:2015 standards and necessary training based on the relevant Quality Objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
- Academic, internship, or co-op experience in materials characterization, laboratory research, or optical materials is a plus.
- Basic understanding of experimental methods, data analysis, and laboratory best practices.
- Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and ability to follow technical instructions.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and take direction from senior technical staff.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to work and communicate within a multidisciplinary team and convey ideas and concepts.
- Technical experience with polymers, nanomaterials, or optics.
Responsibilities
- Assist with research activities related to new materials, technologies, and processes for optical applications, including high refractive index materials.
- Support the design and execution of experiments, including sample preparation, data collection, and basic data analysis.
- Document experimental results and contribute to technical reports, presentations, and internal documentation.
- Assist senior engineers in evaluating and qualifying new materials, laboratory equipment, and external analytical services.
- Provide materials-related support to cross-functional teams involved in formulation development, prototyping, and manufacturing integration.
- Support surface engineering activities such as adhesion testing, surface treatments, and release layer evaluations.
- Help maintain the materials laboratory by following safety procedures, organizing equipment and materials, and assisting with routine lab operations.
- Collaborate with R&D, production, and other engineering teams to support ongoing projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Meets required ISO 9001:2015 standards and necessary training based on the relevant Quality Objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
