Job Title: Materials Design Engineer
Location: Tempe, AZ
Employment Type: W2 Contract (6 months, with possible extensions)
Pay Rate: $46.00 - $51.40/hr
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Materials Design Engineer with strong expertise in castings, forgings, and metallography to support aerospace propulsion and auxiliary power applications. This role provides technical leadership in materials and process engineering for new and existing cast and/or forged products. You will work as part of a highly collaborative Materials Engineering team and serve as a technical resource for less-experienced engineers.
This position is 100% on-site in Tempe, AZ and involves close collaboration with engineering, quality, supplier development, and supply chain teams to ensure high-performance, compliant aerospace components.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide materials and process engineering support for cast and/or forged aerospace components
- Support design and manufacturing activities for aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel-based alloys
- Participate in all phases of product development, from concept through production support
- Serve as a technical point of contact and mentor for junior engineers
- Troubleshoot material and process-related issues and provide rapid technical solutions
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve casting and forging issues and drive continuous improvement
- Assess new suppliers, evaluate capabilities, and support supplier development initiatives
- Conduct or support supplier audits (casting, forging, billet/ingot, powder processes)
- Act as a liaison between suppliers and internal engineering, quality, supplier development, and supply chain teams
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, material specifications, and processing requirements
- Support process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies
- Travel up to 10% within the U.S. to supplier locations
- Occasionally lift up to 35 lbs (single lift) as required
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
- 4+ years of experience in materials and/or process engineering within the casting and/or forging industry
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with aerospace aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel alloys
- Strong background in castings, forgings, and/or metallography
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering
- Advanced engineering degree a plus
- Hands-on experience with casting and/or forging processes (investment casting, sand casting, billet/ingot, powder production)
- Familiarity with aerospace material and processing specifications
- Working knowledge of Nadcap and related aerospace industry standards
- Experience conducting supplier audits and supporting supplier qualification
- Experience working cross-functionally with design engineering teams
- Proficiency in troubleshooting complex material and process issues
- Experience with casting and/or forging simulation tools (e.g., DEFORM)
- Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean, or other process improvement tools
Interview Process
- Panel interviews conducted via conference call
Contract Details
- Duration: 6 months
- Extension: Possible based on performance and business needs
- Work Location: On-site in Tempe, AZ
- Travel: Approximately 10% (U.S.-based suppliers only)
Timekeeping & Onboarding
- Weekly time reporting via TWB
- Worker will be registered in Fieldglass by the supplier; no direct system access required
Pre-Screen Questions
Candidates must include responses to the following questions on their resume:
Describe your experience with materials and process engineering for cast and/or forged products, specifically involving aerospace alloys such as aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel.
- Problem-Solving & Supplier Interaction:
Provide an example of a time you identified and resolved a material or process issue with a supplier. What steps did you take and what was the outcome?
Describe your familiarity with industry standards such as Nadcap and aerospace material specifications, and how you ensured compliance in prior roles.
About BEPC
BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company delivering top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries including technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. We foster a collaborative and innovative environment and offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. At BEPC, we are committed to supporting our employees’ professional growth and long-term success.
Apply Now!
To apply, please submit an up-to-date resume that clearly demonstrates your experience with castings, forgings, and/or metallography, and includes detailed responses to the pre-screen questions above. Be sure to provide specific examples that align with the qualifications listed.
USOPS
Pay: Up to $51.40 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?
- Please provide a phone number to receive calls and/or texts from BEPC Inc.
- Please provide an email address to receive information from BEPC Inc.
- 1. Technical Expertise
Question:
Can you describe your experience with materials and process engineering for cast and/or forged products, specifically involving aerospace alloys such as aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel?
Purpose: Validates hands-on experience with required materials and processes.
- 2. Problem-Solving & Supplier Interaction
Question:
Tell me about a time you identified and resolved a material or process issue with a supplier. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
Purpose: Assesses troubleshooting ability, collaboration skills, and supplier engagement.
- 3. Standards & Compliance
Question:
What is your familiarity with industry standards such as Nadcap and aerospace material specifications? How have you ensured compliance in previous roles?
Purpose: Confirms knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices.
- Are you local to Tempe AZ?
Education:
Location:
- Tempe, AZ 85284 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Tempe, AZ 85284 (Required)
Work Location: In person
