Sr Materials Engineer Manager, (electrical Contacts)
Molex
Lisle, Illinois, US
Base: $140,000-$190,000 py; bonus: eligible for va...
On-site
Materials science or metallurgy degree
5+ years people management experience
Electrical contacts and plating systems expertise
Molex is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer Manager for their Lisle, Illinois location to lead a global R&D team focused on connector contact systems. The role involves technical leadership in materials engineering, mentoring team members, and collaborating across various business units to enhance product reliability and innovation
Job Summary
Lead a global R&D team of subject-matter experts to define and deploy enterprise-wide technology roadmaps for connector contact systems.
Serve as the enterprise technical authority for contact surfaces, managing specifications, guidelines, and tribological strategies across multiple business units.
Molex offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off to support employee wellbeing.
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Molex is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer Manager for their Lisle, Illinois location to lead a global R&D team focused on connector contact systems. The role involves technical leadership in materials engineering, mentoring team members, and collaborating across various business units to enhance product reliability and innovation.
Salary
Base: $140,000-$190,000 per year; Bonus: Eligible for variable pay; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Materials Science or Metallurgy degree
5+ years people management experience
Electrical contacts and plating systems expertise
3-5 year technology roadmap development
Global stakeholder collaboration
Nice-to-have
Connector industry domain knowledge
Supplier technology development leadership
Patent and IP creation track record
Digital twin and simulation tools usage
Stage-gate innovation framework experience
Key Requirements
Masters/Ph.D. in Materials Science or related field
Minimum 5 years people management experience
Experience with metallurgy and plating finish systems
Proven track record in multi-project portfolio management