Materials Engineer – Supplier Qualification

Provide engineering support in the evaluation and qualification of materials and components submitted by potential suppliers. The job function will require the employee to:

• Lead sample testing and qualification activities for new suppliers, ensuring materials meet performance, quality, and specification requirements.
• Coordinate and execute material testing (mechanical, physical, chemical, and application‑specific tests) in collaboration with internal labs and external resources.
• Analyze test data, prepare reports, and provide recommendations on supplier approval or required corrective actions.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Global Operations to align test requirements and prioritization.
• Develop and document testing protocols, acceptance criteria, and supplier qualification procedures.
• Maintain and update internal specifications related to supplier material requireme...