Senior Staff Consultant - Materials: Polymers & Plastics
Company: Engineering Systems Inc
Location: Eola
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
ESi’s polymer materials practice group is seeking an engineer to
join our Aurora office. Ideal candidate will have past training and
experience in failure analysis and forensic consulting specific to
investigation involving polymer materials and plastic products. Key
experience required are in the area of fractography, material
characterization, product failure analysis, mechanical testing,
long-term creep and fatigue testing of polymers, and chemical
compatibility testing of polymers. Individual will be responsible
for execution of technical projects by performing testing and
root-cause failure analysis investigations using various polymer
characterization equipment. Project management of large and small
scale client engagements related to technical subjects in support
of industrial consulting projects, insurance investigations,
litigation analysis will be required. Candidate must be efficient
at accomplishing work within prescribed time frame and have
exceptional technical writing skills. Key Responsibilities:
Conducts and directs laboratory analysis using optical microscopes,
scanning electron microscope, differential scanning calorimeter
(DSC), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) microscopy, and
Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA). Conduct ASTM standard based tests
for tensile, flexural, compression properties using mechanical
testing machine. Conducts and directs field investigations as
needed. Performs technical analysis, calculations, testing and
research. Prepares technical reports, provides professional
opinions and advice for clients, or others. Confers with project
personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
Testifies in court and provides deposition testimony, if requested.
Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project and
arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign
duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority. Directs and
coordinates project activities and personnel to ensure project
progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget. Reviews, or in
some cases formulates status reports prepared by project personnel
and modifies schedules or plans as required. Conduct technical
analysis and investigations pertaining to materials with a focus on
polymer science. Technical evaluations and testing focused on
product design, manufacturing, material selection, and chemical
compatibility and long- term material properties. Verbal and
written communication with clients, conducts well-developed and
well-prepared client presentations. Coordinates project activities
with staff and clients, with proper internal reviews. Works with
Marketing to identify potential clients and strategies to build
client base. Education Requirements: Bachelor of Polymer
Science/engineering degree or equivalent from accredited
institution required. Advanced degree (PhD) preferred. Experience
Requirements: 3 to 5 years of related experience and/or training;
or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Professional engineering
license, (PE) or equivalent preferred. Computer Skills: Familiar
with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint. Proficient at
keyboarding to produce written communications and reports in a
timely manner. Knowledge with technical and modeling software, such
as MathCad, Autocad, or similar programs is preferred. Other
Skills/Abilities or Other Qualifications: Strong familiarity
application of industry standards, chemical analysis, mechanical
testing, and service life predictions of products. Willingness and
ability to actively market self and ESi to outside clients.
Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally for
inspections, client meetings, conferences, etc as needed. Physical
Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for
extended periods of time. Able to climb ladders and lift up to 50
lbs. Must be able to work in small spaces. Must be able to kneel,
squat, or bend. Work Environment: The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the
job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to
work outdoors in hot/cold weather conditions. To all recruitment
agencies: ESi does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms
or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of ESi without a
prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and
the property of ESi. Please, no phone calls or emails. It is the
policy of ESI, as an equal opportunity employer, to attract and
retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to
race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. ESI is committed
to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities, as
well as veterans. If you need assistance with completing the
electronic application, please email your request to
employment@engsys.com
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