Materion

Program Engineer II

Materion$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Engineering required, M.S. preferred
  • 5–8 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Proven project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes
  • Proficiency in CAD and analytical tools
  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems
  • Strong communication and presentation abilities

Responsibilities

  • Leads and manages moderately complex engineering programs
  • Supports program scoping, cost estimation, and schedule development
  • Manages end-to-end execution of programs independently
  • Drives risk mitigation and ensures compliance with contract deliverables
  • Implements continuous improvement initiatives across teams
  • Builds and manages relationships with strategic suppliers
  • Analyzes performance metrics and implements cost reduction strategies

Benefits

  • Mentorship opportunities for junior engineers
  • Collaborative cross-functional team environment
  • Involvement in strategic initiatives with customers and vendors
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Emphasis on innovation and process improvement
Full Job Description

Summary

Leads and manages moderately complex programs; applies engineering and project management principles independently. Oversees technical, cost, and schedule performance. Mentors junior engineers and aligns work with strategic goals.

You Will Have the Opportunity To

Program Development

  • Supports program scoping, cost estimation, and schedule development.

  •  Evaluates manufacturing routes, performs risk and cost analysis, oversees review and release of     technical documentation.

Program Execution

  • Manages end-to-end program execution independently.

  • Leads risk mitigation, perform contract review, ensures compliance and contract deliverables.

  • Drives continuous improvement initiatives across teams.

Vendor Management

  • Builds and manages strategic supplier relationships.

  • Supports qualification and development of key vendors to support growth and reliability.

Cost & Efficiency

  • Analyzes performance metrics, implements lean improvements, and drives cost reduction initiatives.

  • Maintains accurate routing standards to ensure accurate costing

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Leads cross-functional alignment; mentors junior engineers.

  • Serves as technical liaison for customers and vendors; supports strategic initiatives.

Job Requirements

Education

  • B.S. required, M.S. preferred

Preferred Experience

  • ​5–8 years of relevant experience.

  • Proven project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and advanced manufacturing knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Advanced CAD and analytical proficiency; strong communication and presentation skills

  • ERP/MRP experience; proven leadership and decision-making skills.

About Materion

Materion Corporation is a global leader in advanced materials, providing a unique combination of high-performance engineered materials with unmatched expertise in advanced production and technical services. The company's products and services are used in a variety of highly engineered applications in consumer electronics, telecommunications infrastructure, defense and science, medical, energy, automotive, aerospace and industrial markets.
Learn more about Materion
Size
3,443 employees
Market Cap
$1.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$15.4 million
Founded
1931
5 Year Trend
+9.3%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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