ALTEN Technology USA · 16 hours ago
Materials Engineer
Greer, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life. The Materials Engineer will support material selection and qualification for automotive projects, conduct validation tests, analyze material behavior, and propose technical solutions to material-related issues.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Gayathri (Joanna) Kathiresan
Responsibilities
Support the material expert in the selection and qualification of raw materials for automotive projects
Run and follow material validation tests to meet customer requirements
Analyze material behavior and identify non-conformities or risks
Support the replacement and qualification of resin suppliers
Contribute to risk mitigation and validation plans
Propose technical solutions to resolve material, paint or glue-related issues
Interface with suppliers, purchasing teams and customers to support material qualification
Support production plants during serial life in case of raw material issues
Propose alternative raw material solutions to improve quality and/or reduce costs
Document test results, validation activities and technical recommendations
Qualification
Required
BS or MS Degree in Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or equivalent
2–3 years of experience in polymer materials within an industrial or automotive environment
Experience with material testing and validation (polymers, resins, paint and glue compatibility)
Hands-on profile: able to run and follow tests, not limited to laboratory activities
Good understanding of plastic materials, polymer formulation and material behavior
Fluent in English
Strong interest in industrial applications and automotive materials
Proactive and execution-oriented
Strong communication skills
Able to support and challenge suppliers
Willing to relocate
High-potential profile with growth mindset
Hands-on experience in material testing and validation
Knowledge of polymer formulation and testing methods
Ability to analyze material behavior and propose solutions
Good communication skills with suppliers and internal teams
Proactive mindset and strong personality
Fluent in English
Willingness to relocate
Preferred
Automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 experience
Experience with resin supplier qualification or replacement
Exposure to production support or serial life issues
Knowledge of paint and glue compatibility issues
Experience in cost reduction or productivity projects
Experience in international or multicultural environments
Ability to grow into an expert role over time
Benefits
Mentorship
Career growth opportunities
Comprehensive benefits
Company
ALTEN Technology USA
ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering consulting company. It is a sub-organization of Alten.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
ALTEN Technology USA has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (101)
2024 (89)
2023 (76)
2022 (64)
2021 (80)
2020 (69)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Henault
Chief Technology Officer at Alten Technology
Mike Walraven
Chief Administrative Officer
Recent News
Company data provided by crunchbase