Principal Materials Engineer

Your Job

The Principle Materials Engineer serves as one of Molex's key contributors in the filed of polymer materials.

In a manner and direction consistent with the overall group vision and strategy, this individual is responsible for managing aspects of complex technical projects or programs related to materials or process technology innovation, selection, specification, evaluation, deployment, failure analysis, and / or testing.

The Principle Materials Engineer is also expected to support technology transfer and knowledge sharing with suppliers, external collaborators, and customers.

Our Team

Molex is a global leader in electronic components and solutions, with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer service.

The company has been in operation for over 80 years and has a strong presence in various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, consumer electronics, aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial automation.

Candidates can expect to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence.

Molex is committed to investing in its employees and providing opportunities for growth and development .

What You Will Do



* Deliver on various strategic project commitments configured to address the technical needs / opportunities identified through:



* direct engagement with internal stakeholders from product development and manufacturing


* group technology track roadmaps


* identified technical needs of the enterprise

Support the product development and manufacturing teams with materials application engineering support, support on design reviews and new product development challenges, materials and manufacturing process related problem solving and failure analysis, and technical engagement with the raw material supply base.

Monitor relevant research and development activities in universities and industry through literature searches, seminars, conferences, supplier visits, and external courses.

Create, identify, and help secure intellectual property through patents, publications, and / or trade secrets.

Conduct problem solving and failure analysis consultations, including sample management, coordination of work activities with internal and external analysis / testing facilities, and reporting of results, conclusions, and recommendations.

Review and update existing Molex Engineering Specifications related to raw materials.

Create new Engineering specifications and best practices as required to ensure strong and robust engineering practices related to raw materials and their processing enterprise-wide.

Operate and maintain the pertinent experimental, analytical, and testing equipment (not required to operate equipment on a regular basis.

Only occasionally).

Support management in the coordination and preparation of knowledge shares, technical seminars, and meetings.

Understand, support, and contribute to current Molex Total Quality Manage...