Materials Scientist

Job Title: Material Scientist (Department/Function: RA/QA/C)

Duration: 6 Months contract with possible extension

Location: 100 PERCENT ONSITE AT REDMOND, WA

Pay Range: USD 65.00 - 70.00 Per hr.

Description:

Define, develop, and deploy environmental strategies, programs and systems to comply with international, federal, state and local product environmental regulations, customer expectations, and company policies, initiatives and goals. Major areas of emphasis are directives and regulations such as RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Proposition 65, EU MDD, and EU-MDR. Lead the research in identification of parts and assemblies containing PFAS family of chemicals. Research and recommend alternate materials for PFAS to meet environmental and performance needs. Coordinate testing of materials as needed as part of the PFAS investigation process.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in working groups to establish the identification of PFAS chemicals in existing product portfolio and recommend effective, sustainable and documented alternative materials that meet international, federal, state and local product environmental regulations and product standards compliance, as well as design requirements
• Documentation and maintenance of records used to track and report environmental compliance and environmental stewardship programs
• Assess emerging environmental trends and new and changing Product Environmental Compliance regulations to provide leadership in driving changes into both new product development and product sustaining plans
• Consult on selection and testing of materials to determine whether they meet specifications of mechanical strength, strength-weight ratio, ductility, magnetic and electrical properties, and resistance to abrasion, corrosion, heat and cold
• Respond to questionnaires from tenders, customers, and special interest groups ranging from environmental stewardship initiatives to material content of products
• Respond to environmental questionnaires, inspections or audits from global regulatory authorities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in material science, chemical, mechanical or electrical engineering
• 5 years of design experience in materials identification, selection, and testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in material science or chemical engineering
• 5 years’ experience in local, state, federal and international Product Environmental compliance practice
• Working knowledge of regulations and best practices in the following areas: RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Battery, Packaging, Proposition 65, EU MDD, and EU-MDR
• Experience establishing, training, and supporting Quality Systems processes in support of Product Environmental compliance
• Design or Manufacturing background preferred
• Proven written and verbal communications skills; ability to write clear and concise reports and interact with team members of various levels of the organization and cultures globally
• Demonstrated leadership, training, and coaching skills
• Goal oriented and self-directed
• Organized, possessing strong computer hardware and software skills; proficient in MS Office suite
• Prior experience with FDA and medical device manufacturing requirements

Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced office environment; requires significant use of telephone and computer keyboard, monitor, and mouse
• May be required to travel 1-2 times per year, including potential international travel
• May involve lifting up to 35 pounds on an infrequent basis

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.