Project Engineer - Materials Technology

Victaulic • Easton, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries. Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures. Our Materials Technology team within Corporate Engineering is responsible for the development and commercialization of products that leverage advanced materials — thermosets, coatings, composites, thermoplastics, and metallic alloys — for Victaulic and its subsidiaries. AN INDUSTRY LEADER WITH A HEART AS BIG AS ITS AMBITION AND INNOVATION At Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people. Let's Build a Better World Together. Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars: We build from within. We stand behind our people. We foster an environment for constant learning. We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world. We're looking for a Project Engineer – Materials Technology to join our Corporate Engineering team in Easton, PA. In this role, you'll drive the development and commercialization of products that leverage advanced materials — thermosets, coatings, composites, thermoplastics, and metallic alloys — across our product lines. You'll gain hands-on experience in plastic part product design, polymer processing, and instrumental analysis of chemicals and polymers (FTIR, DMA, DSC, TGA, Tensile, and more), while leading multi-departmental teams from detailed design through commercialization.

Requirements

• BS in Chemical, Materials, or Polymer Engineering (MS a plus)
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with experience in rubber/elastomers or plastics/polymers will also be considered
• 2–5 years of experience in material selection, testing, and validation preferred
• Knowledge of polymeric material testing and failure analysis
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve technical issues
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills in standard MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Able to travel globally as required, up to 20%

Nice To Haves

• Coating materials selection and testing knowledge
• Thermoplastic and thermoset materials knowledge, from commodity grades to complex engineering grades
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for part optimization with polymer-based products and materials; Abaqus or Ansys preferred
• Experience running analysis with Mold Flow Insight

Responsibilities

• Lead concept generation and develop specific design ideas to satisfy product concepts
• Model concepts through drawings and/or hardware, and present and communicate ideas clearly to stakeholders
• Partner with Marketing and Sales to refine concepts to meet customer requirements
• Estimate initial design costs and prepare project and/or procurement authorizations
• Formulate new polymers that meet customer specifications
• Participate in supplier selection, in-house or outsourced
• Oversee prototyping and testing against requirements, including thermal, mechanical, and chemical analysis
• Solve design problems and resolve tolerance issues
• Scrutinize and review detailed cost estimates
• Lead design reviews to confirm customer and performance requirements are met
• Participate in tooling selection and approve tooling based on sample results
• Support evaluation of pilot production runs and resolve production issues
• Prepare and approve technical literature, and train teams on new products

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Career development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from within
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicable
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Adoption assistance
• Relocation assistance for candidates relocating for this role
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level