Material IntegratorThe Materials Integrator is responsible for developing next-generation materials and other NPD projects in the power grid industry. This role supports phased NPD programs from lab screening through preparation, testing, and production scale-up and partners with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to deliver compounded epoxy systems that meet evolving performance, processing, and regulatory requirements.
As a Materials Integrator you will: - Lead projects associated with new epoxy formulations across BPA, BPF, and cycloaliphatic resin systems with anhydride and amine hardeners, including filler selection and optimization.
- Direct phased development programs from lab screening through preparation, testing, and production scaleup.
- Define and execute test plans covering rheology, reactivity, gel time, viscosity, exotherm, shrinkage, DSC, postcure Tg, DMA, tensile, and dielectric properties; apply advanced characterization (SEM, FT-IR, XRD, etc.) as needed for structure-property analysis.
- Establish and refine standard cure cycles for production; drive root-cause analysis on field returns, process deviations, and material non-conformances using DOE and structured statistical problem-solving.
- Foster a culture of safety, scientific rigor, and continuous improvement; conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
- Support NPD project timelines, milestones, and deliverables for multi-year programs across multiple product generations.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and external suppliers to qualify materials, secondary sources, and compounding partners.
- Manage trials on R&D ring-lines and production NPD presses; coordinate scale-up from lab batches to tote quantities; lead manufacturing readiness from concept through production ramp, driving yield, scrap reduction, and cost savings.
- Present technical results, risk assessments, and recommendations to engineering and executive stakeholders.
- Maintain supplier engagement for resins, hardeners, fillers, and compounding services; drive qualification of secondary sources and supplier transitions.
- Partner with Procurement on raw material specifications, COA testing, and FIFO inventory practices.
- Support JDE and other ERP systems as they relate to material qualification and release.
- Ensure all formulations meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards (IEEE, IEC, ASTM, UL where relevant).
- Author and maintain technical documentation: formulation records, test methods, work instructions, and validation reports.
- Support change control, MOC, and APQP/PPAP activities for new product introductions; lead capital projects including equipment selection, implementation, and qualification for lab and pilot-line automation.
- Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to integrate formulation requirements into process design and changes.
- Prepare technical metrics, project reports, and presentations for management.
- Promote a proactive culture of safety, quality, and innovation across all levels of the organization
We are looking for someone who has:- Minimum of a Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field (required); PhD strongly preferred.
- 7+ years of experience in thermoset polymer formulation or materials engineering, with at least 3 years working with epoxy systems for electrical or electronic applications, OR equivalent experience leading NPI programs from concept through production ramp in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- 2+ years of formal or informal project leadership experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated track record of taking formulations from lab development through production scale-up.
- Hands-on expertise with epoxy chemistry: resin-hardener stoichiometry, filler-resin interactions, cure kinetics, and structure-property relationships.
- Familiarity with epoxy systems for medium- or high-voltage electrical apparatus preferred (e.g., transformers, switchgear, sensor housings).
- Able to effectively communicate (verbal, written, presentations) across all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency with thermal analysis (DSC, DMA, TGA), rheology, and electrical testing; familiarity with advanced characterization techniques (XPS, SEM, FT-IR, XRD, GISAXS, AFM) preferred.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent NPD projects; demonstrated ability to apply DOE, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making to engineering problems.
- Proven experience with computers; Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and ERP systems (JDE or equivalent); experience with data analysis tools (Python, JMP, or similar) preferred.
What we offer you:Typical pay is $114,512 - 151,668 annually.
Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.
This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program
G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Health club membership program and reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401 (k)
- Annual Profit Sharing
- Vacation
- Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
