Materials Engineer Jobs in Ohio
Materials Engineer jobs in Ohio are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace, automotive, advanced manufacturing, and steel and metals processing across entry-level through senior positions. Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Materion, Timken, and Battelle Memorial Institute. The most sought-after specialties are metallurgy, polymer and composites engineering, and materials testing and failure analysis. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
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Job Code: 41733
Job Location: Mason, Ohio
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Semiconductor Process Engineer for the Focal Plane Array team at our Mason, OH location. As a Semiconductor Process Engineer, you will support a variety of wafer fabrication tools and processes, perform data analysis for development and production work, identify process issues and process optimization opportunities, perform root cause analysis and drive mitigation strategies, perform qualification activities for new processes and tools, and provide sustaining engineering support in a manufacturing area. You will have regular interactions with equipment vendors, operations management, equipment maintenance, technicians and development engineering teams.
Essential Functions:
- Utilize semiconductor processing techniques to develop, optimize, and own production processes.
- Utilize MES for operations management, process tracking, and monitoring.
- Qualify, set up, and operate semiconductor wafer equipment for III-V semiconductor manufacturing.
- Monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Fault Detection Control (FDC); identify process drifts and potential excursions.
- Perform Design of Experiments (DOEs) and process verification for new tools and processes.
- Perform data-driven root cause investigation efforts for process and equipment issues.
- Implement improvements for efficiency, cost, reliability, and quality
- Develop and maintain detailed process, equipment, and operational documentation.
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment, ensuring ISO/ANSI compliance with safety protocols and standards.
- Ability to train and mentor technicians and engineers on process equipment and procedures.
- Ability to obtain US security clearance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
- 3 year experience working in a Class 100 cleanroom or similar environment.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as wet chemical, plasma dry etching, thin film deposition, and/or assembly processes (Substrates, Wire bonding, PnP).
- Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Experience working with III-V semiconductor devices and manufacturing.
- Familiar with using statistical data analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP) for process optimization and control.
- Coding background, with experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, or similar, would be optional but highly beneficial.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and follow-through.
- Proven team player with a proactive and customer-oriented mindset and a sense of urgency to achieve job goals.
- Continuous improvement focused with the ability to implement and sustain process improvements.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials engineer jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in materials science, metallurgy, or a closely related engineering field
- Hands-on experience with materials testing, characterization, or failure analysis methods
- Proficiency with CAD software and materials simulation or modeling tools
- Knowledge of industry standards such as ASTM, ASME, or AMS specifications
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing production environments
- Strong communication skills for technical reporting and cross-functional collaboration
Materials Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a materials engineer in Ohio?
Most materials engineer roles in Ohio require at minimum a bachelor's degree in materials science, metallurgy, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program. Ohio does not require a state-issued license solely to work as a materials engineer in industry, though engineers offering services directly to the public may pursue Professional Engineer licensure through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Gaining co-op or internship experience with Ohio manufacturers strengthens early candidacy significantly.
How much do materials engineers make in Ohio?
Materials engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $106,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,030 for the lowest 10% to over $169,300 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire materials engineers in Ohio?
Employers hiring materials engineers in Ohio right now include Timken, Copeland, and L3Harris, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's concentration of aerospace, automotive, and metals manufacturing industries means demand stays consistent across both large multinationals and specialized regional producers.
Which Ohio cities have the most materials engineer jobs?
Dayton, North Canton, and Mason have the most materials engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus draws volume through Battelle and a growing advanced manufacturing corridor, Cleveland's industrial base and proximity to the steel and metals sector keeps demand strong there, and Dayton's aerospace and defense ecosystem, anchored by Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and its supplier network, drives consistent hiring in that metro.
Are there remote materials engineer jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Materials engineering is predominantly hands-on work tied to labs, production floors, and testing equipment, which limits remote arrangements. About 0% of materials engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in specification review, technical writing, and supplier quality roles rather than direct laboratory or manufacturing work.
How can I get hired as a materials engineer in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship program run by Ohio's large manufacturers before or shortly after graduation. Employers like Materion and Timken regularly bring in new graduates for associate materials engineer and materials lab technician roles. Candidates from adjacent positions such as quality control technician, metallurgical technician, or manufacturing process engineer also move into materials engineering roles. Completing relevant coursework in failure analysis or earning an EIT designation through Ohio's Professional Engineers board gives early-career candidates a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to materials engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.
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