26 materials development engineer jobs at 16 companies in New Jersey
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Principal Scientist, Materials Science
Rahway, New Jersey, United States
$157k-$247k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Merck & Co.NYSE: MRK: Produces prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.
8+ YOEPhD + 8 years or Bachelors/Masters + 12 years industrial experience in materials science/chemistry/chemical engineering/pharmaceutical sciences. Expertise in materials characterization (X-ray diffraction, thermal analysis, electron microscopy, spectroscopy), leading cross-functional teams, mentoring, strong communication and publication record.
Lead Application Engineer for Business Development
Bridgewater or Bridgewater
$87k-$120k/yrOnsiteFull Time
HenkelXETRA: HEN3: Manufactures laundry, beauty, and adhesive products globally.
5+ YOEBachelor's in Chemical/Mechanical/Materials Engineering or related field; 5+ years in coatings/flexible packaging; lab development and project management; travel ~30%; strong communication.
coating, laminating, film extrusion, lab testing, formulation development
Colgate-PalmoliveNYSE: CL: Manufactures and sells oral, personal, home, and pet care.
4+ YOEBachelor's in packaging/industrial design/engineering or related, 4+ years packaging development experience, proven work with diverse materials/technologies, strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Principal Engineer, Absorbable Materials and Scaffolds, R&D - MedTech
Irving or Raritan
$117k-$201k/yrHybridFull Time
Johnson & JohnsonNYSE: JNJ: Provides pharmaceutical products and medical technology healthcare solutions.
5+ YOEAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in biomaterials/polymer science/chemical engineering required; 5+ years medical device experience; expertise in PCL and absorbable biomaterials, 3D printing scaffolds, ISO standards familiarity, cross-functional collaboration.
Catalyst Brands: Operates a portfolio of diverse retail clothing and apparel brands.
5+ YOE5+ years WMS application development experience with Infios (High Jump), strong MS SQL/.NET skills, BA/BS or equivalent, experience with integrations to material handling and ERP systems, testing, and SDLC compliance.
Infios (High Jump) WMS, Microsoft SQL Server 2016, .NET, J2EE, Visual Studio, IIS, SSRS
PIM Brands: Produces and sells branded fruit snacks and candy products.
1+ YOEBachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; 1+ year packaging engineering experience; knowledge of sustainability, GMPs, and packaging materials.
Packaging design software, Testing and validation tools
Principal Engineer, Absorbable Materials and Scaffolds, R&D - MedTech
Irving or Raritan
$117k-$201k/yrHybridFull Time
Johnson & JohnsonNYSE: JNJ: Global healthcare providing pharmaceuticals and medical technologies.
5+ YOEMS or PhD in biomaterials/polymer/chemical engineering required; 5+ years medical device industry experience; expertise in PCL and absorbable biomaterials, 3D printing for scaffolds, and familiarity with ISO standards.
Principal Engineer, Absorbable Materials and Scaffolds, R&D - MedTech
Irving or Raritan
$117k-$201k/yrHybridFull Time
Johnson & JohnsonNYSE: JNJ: Develops and manufactures pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices.
5+ YOEAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in biomaterials/polymer/chemical engineering required, 5+ years medical device experience required, experience with absorbable biomaterials (PCL), 3D printing, ISO standards familiarity, strong cross-functional collaboration.
SAP Product Lifecycle Management, ISO 13485, ISO10993, ISO1460, ISO14971
Textile engineering background, textile/materials and supply chain knowledge, assessment/audit experience, professional experience, strong communication and collaborative skills.
Still Bright: Sustainable electrochemical technology for copper extraction.
4+ YOEMaster's (or Bachelor's with commensurate experience) in chemical/metallurgical/materials engineering, minimum ~4 years R&D or process-development experience in hydrometallurgy/electrochemistry, strong experimental design, data analysis, and pilot-scale equipment experience.
Rutgers University: Providing higher education degrees and conducting academic research.
Undergraduate education and related experience; assist with engineering research, education, and community engagement for virtual lab and AI-supported learning environments; documentation, project coordination, materials development, piloting, outreach, and assessment support; short-term summer appointment.
Element SolutionsNYSE: ESI: Produces specialty chemicals for electronics and industrial manufacturing.
Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related; practical lab experience in synthesis, formulation, or analytical testing; knowledge of lab safety and data integrity.
WileyNYSE: WLY: Publishes academic research and educational content for global markets.
10+ YOE10+ years commercial or BD experience in biomedical/pharmaceutical R&D, engineering/chemicals/materials, or information services; executive-level selling, pricing/packaging, financial modeling, and market intelligence expertise; domain expertise in life sciences or healthcare preferred; MBA desirable.
Arxada: Manufactures specialty chemicals and microbial control solutions for global industries.
5+ YOEMSc or PhD in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials science, 5+ years formulating and evaluating biocidal/paint & coatings systems, expertise with HPLC, GC-MS, ICP, and regulatory stability testing.
Legend BiotechNASDAQ: LEGN: Develops cell therapies for the treatment of cancer.
1+ YOEBachelor's in science/engineering, 1+ year relevant QC or biological/pharmaceutical experience, knowledge of cGMP and Good Tissue Practices, aseptic technique, ability to work shift schedule and handle biological materials.
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection: Protects New Jersey's environment and manages its natural resources.
College student in environmental/physical/biological/engineering fields; develop K-12 educational materials on ocean acidification; authorized to work in the U.S.; driver's license required only if driving; internship from 9/21/2026–12/11/2026.