Opportunities

Materials Engineer at Black & Decker

Black & Decker is a global leader in the power tools and accessories market.  Headquartered in Towson (Baltimore), Maryland

Position Specifications:
Title: Materials Engineer
Location:  Towson (Baltimore), MD, with travel requirements

Education: - B.S. Degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Plastics Engineering.
Experience: - Up to 3 years experience in engineering and manufacturing in the Materials field preferred.
  - Prefer experience with plastics, elastomers, finishes, lubricants, adhesives, and ceramics.
  - Experience in materials testing, and knowledge of laboratory procedures.
  - Interpersonal skills – capable of interfacing with all levels of the business

Job Specifications:
(Key results expected from this position in the first 6-12 months)

-  Provide direction and input in the area of Non-Metallic Materials Engineering for the world-wide power tools and accessories business for New Product Design.
-  Provide Technical support to manufacturing and purchasing, including process development, materials evaluation, supplier development, and Value Improvement initiatives.
-  Maintain and develop Color Harmonization methods and procedures.
-  Train Engineering, Manufacturing, and Suppliers in Polymers and Color Analysis.
-  Maintain and develop Materials Laboratory procedures and equipment.
-  Maintain and develop non-metallic materials specifications

Contact: Shernale Vann, Technical Manager, Materials Engineering.  Shernale.vann@bdk.com, 410-847-6618