Materials Engineer

Prysmian

Materials Engineer focusing on hands-on lab work in materials and polymers at Prysmian Group. Collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and reliability.

Posted 5/16/2026full-timeIndianapolis • Massachusetts, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct material and polymer characterization using techniques such as FT‑IR, DSC, TGA, SEM, XRF, and microscopy
Support manufacturing and R&D teams by analyzing raw materials, compounds, and finished products to resolve technical issues
Develop and refine test methods, SOPs, and material evaluation procedures
Interpret data, prepare technical reports, and communicate findings to engineering, quality, and operations teams
Participate in plant trials, troubleshoot material‑related problems, and recommend improvements to formulations or processes
Maintain lab equipment, ensure data integrity, and uphold safety and quality standards
Collaborate with internal customers across multiple plants and business units to support ongoing projects and long‑term development initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or Materials/Polymer Engineering
Hands‑on experience with material or polymer testing and characterization
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a lab and plant environment
Clear communication skills for reporting results and partnering with cross‑functional teams
2+ years of industrial experience in materials, polymers, or related fields (preferred)
Experience with cable, wire, plastics, extrusion, or compounding environments (preferred)
Familiarity with advanced analytical tools (FT‑IR, DSC, TGA, SEM, DMA, XRF) (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

material characterizationpolymer characterizationFT-IRDSCTGASEMXRFmicroscopytest methods developmentSOPs

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillscollaborationindependence