Materials Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Materials Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Tempe, Arizona. Overview Provide technical expertise and support in the materials and process engineering of cast and/or forged products. Collaborate across engineering teams to create solutions and systems that meet the evolving needs of customers. Participate in all phases of product development and serve as a technical point of contact for less experienced engineers. Responsibilities Support materials and processes involved in the design and manufacture of cast/forged parts. Regular interaction with suppliers to help resolve issues. Occasionally lift 35 pounds single lift. Qualifications Bachelors' Degree in STEM 4+ years of experience in materials/process engineering in the casting and/or forging industry 4+ years experience with aluminum, steel, titanium and nickel aerospace cast and/or wrought alloys Requirements Understanding and hands-on experience in casting and/or forging Familiarity with industrial materials and processing specifications Familiarity with Nadcap and industry standards, requirements and approvals Capable of assessing new suppliers and determining their strengths and weaknesses Experience with conducting casting and/or forging supplier audits Working with and developing suppliers Experience troubleshooting material and process issues, and providing technical solutions for rapid problem solving Liaison work between suppliers and engineering, Quality, Supplier Development Engineers, and Integrated Supply Chain Working with Design Engineering Understanding engineering drawings and requirements Experience in Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement tools Experience with casting and/or forging simulation tools like DEFORM Approximately 10% travel within the US to suppliers Preferred Requirements Bachelors Degree with specialization in Materials Science, Material Engineering, Metallurgy, Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Advanced degree in engineering or another related field We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Created: 2026-03-04