• Materials Engineer

    Actalent (Fort Worth, TX)


    Materials Engineer

    Job Description 

    Position Summary

    Lead the identification, development, and qualification of materials for both new and existing medical products, ensuring alignment with performance, regulatory, and cost objectives.

    Key Responsibilities

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and optimize materials for medical devices.

    Identify and qualify alternative materials and suppliers to:

    Ensure continuity of supply.

     

    Achieve cost efficiencies where feasible.

     

    Provide technical guidance on material selection, characterization, and processing.

     

    Troubleshoot and resolve material-related issues across design, manufacturing, and post-market feedback.

     

    Author and maintain critical documentation including specifications, test methods, protocols, and technical reports.

     

    Stay abreast of emerging material technologies and industry trends to inform innovation and continuous improvement.

    Qualifications

    Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

     

    Fields of Study: Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related disciplines.

    Technical Expertise:

    Experience with materials such as polyurethane foams, plastics, silicones, polymers, adhesives, composites, and select metals and ceramics.

     

    Familiarity with characterization and imaging techniques; experience working with independent testing laboratories.

     

    Knowledge of FDA and ISO regulations for medical devices, particularly ISO 10993.

    Preferred Skills:

    Understanding of biocompatibility and sterilization processes.

     

    Experience with modeling software, CAD tools, and AI-based analysis.

     

    Work Environment & Conditions

     

    Full-time position based primarily on-site.

     

    Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

     

    Exposure to office, laboratory, and manufacturing environments; occasional travel to vendors and external meetings.

     

    No supervisory responsibilities; ideal for candidates seeking a technical career path.

     

    Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

     

    Skills

     

    materials engineering, test method, ISO 14000, ISO 14001

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    materials engineering,test method,ISO 14000,ISO 14001

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $48.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.