Materials Engineer- Chemistry- Entry Level

Kelly Services • Troy, MI • 8h ago

Applied Materials Engineer - Chemistry (Entry-Level)- Troy Michigan

This entry-level/early career role supports materials engineering activities by applying foundational knowledge of chemistry and industrial processes to meet customer, manufacturing, and quality requirements.

The position works closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to evaluate and characterize non-metallic materials used in heavy-duty and military axle applications. Materials include paints and coatings, elastomers, plastics, adhesives, sealants, oils, greases, gaskets, and friction materials.

Responsibilities

Support coating and chemistry specialists with laboratory testing and equipment operation. Assist with material evaluations and qualification activities

Receive, document, label, and track material samples

Perform corrosion and environmental testing and analyze results

Follow and apply ASTM, ISO, and other relevant test standards

Conduct routine laboratory equipment checks, calibrations, and verifications

Help troubleshoot testing or material issues and support corrective actions

Dispose of tested materials in accordance with procedures

Maintain clean, organized, and safe laboratory environments

Follow all safety, quality, and ethical standards

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Communicate test results clearly to internal stakeholders

Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a willingness to learn

Preferred (Not Required) Qualifications

Hands-on experience with laboratory or materials testing

Familiarity with corrosion or environmental testing

Exposure to non-metallic materials such as coatings, plastics, elastomers, or adhesives

Experience with lab instrumentation such as:

Corrosion or salt spray chambers

TGA, DSC, DMA

FTIR, ICP-OES, or XRF

Mechanical testing equipment (e.g., Instron)

Experience supporting audits or quality activities

Position Details

Assignment Length: Approximately 2 years

Schedule: Full-time, day shift (approximately 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM)

Work Location: 100% On-site, Troy, MI

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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