Senior Materials Science Engineer | Senior Engineer Materials Science (m/w/d)
Kennametal Shared Services GmbH Fürth
Job Summary
This Senior Materials Science Engineer role at Kennametal's Mistelgau plant focuses on driving the development of advanced powder-metallurgical shaping technologies within a global RD&E environment. You will lead end-to-end development projects, specifically focusing on material extrusion while gaining exposure to injection molding, pressing, and 3D printing. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting material analyses, managing lab experiments, and translating research insights into industrial applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in operations and technology to improve manufacturing processes and product performance. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys a mix of strategic roadmap planning and hands-on experimental work. It offers a unique opportunity to influence global manufacturing standards and work with high-performance materials like tungsten carbide in a high-impact, international research setting.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in Materials Science or a Master's degree in a related field.
Experience
- Multiple years of professional experience in materials science or powder metallurgy if holding a Master's degree
- Professional experience in leading complex technical projects and managing advanced R&D initiatives
- Professional experience in powder-metallurgical shaping technologies
- Professional experience working in cross-functional or matrix organizations
- Professional experience in industrializing new technologies from concept to execution
Languages
Additional
- The role is based at the Mistelgau plant near Bayreuth. Candidates must be able to work in a global matrix organization and support the transfer of technologies into industrial applications.