Materials Engineer

Company DescriptionChiparama is a global leader in ASIC and SOC design solutions, specializing in transforming complex ideas into silicon reality. Our services include architectural design, RTL design and verification, physical design and layout, and post-silicon validation and testing. With a global reach and a team of expert engineers, Chiparama delivers customized solutions tailored to meet specific client needs. Leveraging state-of-the-art tools and technologies, we are committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding expectations.OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated Materials Engineer to support our polymer materials research, testing, and validation activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for sample preparation, material characterization, and providing data-driven inputs for computer-aided engineering (CAE), durability, and multiphysics simulations. This role requires close collaboration with product development and engineering teams while ensuring rigorous documentation and lab maintenance.Key ResponsibilitiesSample Preparation: Cut, polish, and mount polymer and composite samples for testing.Material Testing: Execute mechanical, thermal, and physical property tests using specialized lab equipment.Material Characterization: Analyze experimental results and support materials modeling activities.Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate laboratory instruments and assist in calibration and upkeep.Data & Documentation: Record test results with high accuracy; maintain and organize materials database.Engineering Support: Collaborate with senior engineers on R&D, validation, and product development projects.Lab Safety & Organization: Ensure laboratory safety protocols, housekeeping, and equipment readiness are upheld.QualificationsEducation: B.S. in Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or Physics (M.S. preferred).Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience with polymers, plastics, or composites (automotive or related sector preferred).Strong background in materials preparation, testing, and characterization.Knowledge of polymer formulation, processing, and structure–property relationships.Organized, detail-oriented, with excellent skills in documentation, reporting, and data management.Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams; exceptional verbal & written communication skills.Preferred SkillsExposure to finite element analysis (FEA), CAE, or multiphysics simulations.Familiarity with injection molding, extrusion, or composite processing.Experience with thermal analysis (DSC, TGA), DMA, tensile and fatigue testing.