Materials Engineer

As a Materials Engineer in our innovation organization, your day will center on hands-on materials research that helps advance reliable, sustainable energy technologies. You will characterize and test materials used in demanding energy applications, evaluate microstructures and material performance, support and execute R&D projects, and translate technical findings into clear recommendations for engineering teams and internal customers. Working in a collaborative lab environment, you will combine practical testing, analytical problem-solving, and curiosity for materials science to help improve existing solutions and enable the next generation of energy technologies.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Drive hands-on materials characterization and testing to support energy technology development.
• Evaluate material properties, microstructures, durability, using laboratory techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM/EDS, material testing, and related analytical methods.
• Translate complex test results into clear engineering insights, recommendations, and technical reports that guide material selection, process improvements, and customer decisions.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, R&D, and service teams to solve materials-related challenges and accelerate robust, reliable solutions for energy applications.
• Advance lab capability, quality, and efficiency by improving test methods, maintaining strong documentation, and supporting safe, compliant laboratory operations.
• Stay connected to emerging materials, characterization methods, and industry trends to bring fresh ideas and innovation into current and future energy technology programs.

What You Bring

• Master's degree or higher in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory, test, or research environments supporting materials characterization, materials testing, R&D, product development, or failure analysis.
• Strong technical foundation in microstructural characterization and materials analysis.
• Ability to connect material behavior, test data, and real-world operating conditions to develop practical insights for energy-related components, systems, and customer applications.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, curiosity, and problem-solving skills with the discipline to document results clearly and uphold safe, high-quality laboratory practices.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to engineering teams, project stakeholders, and internal customers.
• Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and applying materials science to support reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy technologies.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.