{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"af0e0ec75878ea3526f3978a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/af0e0ec75878ea3526f3978a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/af0e0ec75878ea3526f3978a","title":"Ceramic Process Engineer","description":"a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}\n\nCeramic Process Engineer\n\nLocation: State College, PA\nSalary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year\nWork Arrangement: On-site\n\nPosition Overview\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Ceramic Process Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on developing, optimizing, and scaling processing techniques for lead-based piezoelectric ceramics to ensure high performance, yield, and reliability in production. The position bridges R&D and manufacturing, supporting next-generation piezoelectric materials.\n\nResponsibilities\nDevelop and optimize ceramic processing routes, including powder synthesis, milling, spray drying, pressing, and green forming.\nEstablish sintering schedules and thermal processing conditions to achieve targeted microstructures and electromechanical properties.\nCharacterize ceramic materials for density, grain size, phase purity, and dielectric/piezoelectric properties, correlating results with processing parameters.\nConduct powder and microstructural characterization using SEM, EDS, and XRD, and establish correlations with processing parameters.\nExecute process trials, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve quality, consistency, and yield.\nScale laboratory processes to pilot and production environments while maintaining cost and efficiency targets.\nDocument experimental results, prepare technical reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams.\nApply statistical methods to monitor, interpret, and optimize production performance.\nCollaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.\nQualifications\nBS in Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.\nStrong knowledge of powder synthesis, forming methods (uniaxial/isostatic pressing), and thermal processing.\nHands-on experience with SEM, EDS, and XRD for microstructural and phase analysis.\nFamiliarity with electrode techniques (sputtering, screen printing, plating) and ceramic-metal integration.\nProficiency in electrical characterization tools (impedance analysis, ferroelectric/piezoelectric testing).\nAbility to read schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.\nExcellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.\nSelf-motivated and safety-oriented, with the ability to work in a manufacturing environment.\nPhysical ability to manipulate parts weighing up to 50 lbs.\n\nBenefits\n\na { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}\n\nSalary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year (commensurate with experience)\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) plan\nFlexible spending and health savings accounts\nPaid time off\nPaid Holidays\n\nFor this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/27/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.","company":"Everforth","rawCompany":"everforth","city":"State College","state":"PA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T18:12:39.294Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"327110","title":"Pottery, Ceramics, and Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing","slug":"pottery-ceramics-and-plumbing-fixture-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334419","title":"Other Electronic Component Manufacturing","slug":"other-electronic-component-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Ceramic Process Engineer","description":"a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}\n\nCeramic Process Engineer\n\nLocation: State College, PA\nSalary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year\nWork Arrangement: On-site\n\nPosition Overview\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Ceramic Process Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on developing, optimizing, and scaling processing techniques for lead-based piezoelectric ceramics to ensure high performance, yield, and reliability in production. The position bridges R&D and manufacturing, supporting next-generation piezoelectric materials.\n\nResponsibilities\nDevelop and optimize ceramic processing routes, including powder synthesis, milling, spray drying, pressing, and green forming.\nEstablish sintering schedules and thermal processing conditions to achieve targeted microstructures and electromechanical properties.\nCharacterize ceramic materials for density, grain size, phase purity, and dielectric/piezoelectric properties, correlating results with processing parameters.\nConduct powder and microstructural characterization using SEM, EDS, and XRD, and establish correlations with processing parameters.\nExecute process trials, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve quality, consistency, and yield.\nScale laboratory processes to pilot and production environments while maintaining cost and efficiency targets.\nDocument experimental results, prepare technical reports, and present findings to cross-functional teams.\nApply statistical methods to monitor, interpret, and optimize production performance.\nCollaborate effectively with Manufacturing, Planning, and Quality teams in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.\nQualifications\nBS in Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.\nStrong knowledge of powder synthesis, forming methods (uniaxial/isostatic pressing), and thermal processing.\nHands-on experience with SEM, EDS, and XRD for microstructural and phase analysis.\nFamiliarity with electrode techniques (sputtering, screen printing, plating) and ceramic-metal integration.\nProficiency in electrical characterization tools (impedance analysis, ferroelectric/piezoelectric testing).\nAbility to read schematics, blueprints, and work instructions.\nExcellent time management, communication, and problem-solving skills.\nSelf-motivated and safety-oriented, with the ability to work in a manufacturing environment.\nPhysical ability to manipulate parts weighing up to 50 lbs.\n\nBenefits\n\na { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;}\n\nSalary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year (commensurate with experience)\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n401(k) plan\nFlexible spending and health savings accounts\nPaid time off\nPaid Holidays\n\nFor this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/27/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.","datePosted":"2026-08-03T18:12:39.294Z","dateModified":"2026-08-03T18:12:39.294Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Everforth","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"State College","addressRegion":"PA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"af0e0ec75878ea3526f3978a"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/af0e0ec75878ea3526f3978a"}}