Materials science

Alcoa

Full-time · New Kensington, PA

This role leads materials development for ELYSIS's breakthrough carbon-free aluminum smelting technology, advancing ceramic electrode materials from lab to commercial scale. It suits someone with deep ceramics expertise who enjoys bridging research and production, with responsibility for risk reduction, process design, and technical guidance to manufacturing teams.

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A-dec

Newberg, OR

A-dec seeks a Principal Scientist to lead research and innovation across physics, chemistry, materials, and related fields, translating emerging technologies into commercially viable products and business opportunities. This role is ideal for a seasoned scientist or engineer with at least 15–20 years of experience who thrives balancing hands-on technical work with strategic influence and is comfortable bridging the gap between lab discovery and business strategy.

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Signify

Internship · Eindhoven

This internship focuses on building a baseline understanding of product circularity data for consumer lighting products, then using that foundation to identify gaps and recommend improvements to material use, recyclability, and repairability. It suits analytically-minded students in engineering or sustainability disciplines who want practical experience in circular economy practices within an established global company.

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Intel

Full-time · $141,910 – $269,100

This role involves designing and developing semiconductor packaging solutions and materials, managing the complete packaging development lifecycle from concept through manufacturing scale-up. It suits engineers with deep expertise in packaging technology, thermal/mechanical design, and qualification testing who want to drive innovation in advanced semiconductor packaging.

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HOKA

Full-time · Portland, OR · $185,600 – $250,500

Lead HOKA's product development and engineering operations from Portland, driving innovation in footwear and apparel through advanced materials, manufacturing methods, and sports science integration. This role suits experienced technical leaders with deep footwear industry knowledge who are ready to manage global teams and shape a brand's innovation strategy.

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Boeing

Full-time · North Charleston, SC · $103,700 – $171,350

Boeing is hiring experienced or senior design engineers for its 787 aircraft interiors and payload systems, covering everything from cabin design to cargo systems and regulatory certification. This role suits engineers with aerospace background who want to work across the full product lifecycle from customer configuration through production.

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Arianespace / ArianeGroup

Full-time · Saint-Médard-en-Jalles - Centre

This role oversees non-destructive testing inspections at an aerospace propulsion site, certifying structural and pyrotechnic components for compliance. It suits someone with formal training in materials testing and hands-on radiography or endoscopy experience who can work methodically in a high-security, regulated environment.

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Axiom Space

Houston, TX

A principal-level materials engineer supporting Axiom's commercial spacesuit program, responsible for selecting materials, defining manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with NASA standards for both pressurized and extravehicular suits. The role suits experienced metallurgists and materials specialists seeking to apply deep technical expertise to human spaceflight hardware in a fast-moving commercial space environment.

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Relativity Space

Full-time · Long Beach, CA · $33 – $50 / hour

A leadership-track testing technician role at a rocket manufacturer, leading test campaigns and mentoring technicians on complex hardware and infrastructure. Suits experienced aerospace test technicians ready to move into technical supervision while staying hands-on with rocket component testing.

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Oura

San Francisco, CA · $172,000 – $203,000

Oura seeks a mechanical design engineer to develop wearable hardware through full product cycles, from concept to manufacturing partnerships across multiple regions. This role suits someone experienced in consumer electronics who enjoys rapid prototyping and cross-functional collaboration with industrial designers and engineers.

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