Materials Engineer jobs in Iowa

Materials Engineer plans for the most cost-effective utilization of materials. Applies knowledge of material science to recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to attain design objectives in the most economical manner possible. Being a Materials Engineer reviews blueprints and specifications to determine the appropriate materials needed to achieve successful completion of initiatives. May require a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Materials Engineer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Materials Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Project Manager - Structural Engineer
  • Structural Engineer - Tetra Tech Careers
  • Davenport, IA FULL_TIME
  • What You Will Get to Do:  

    Congress provided USACE with $17B in supplemental funding through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This combined with a trend of record USACE annual funding appropriations and Emergency Supplemental Disaster Recovery Appropriations for USACE in 3 of the past 5 years totaling over $7B have the nation’s waterways set up for a ten-year program of design and construction.

    As an industry leader in water-related design services for many local, state and federal clients, including USACE, BOR, and NRCS, Tetra Tech has recently placed over 1B dollars in contract capacity to serve our clients.  We have recently been selected to lead the design of multiple ongoing top priority USACE projects, including rehabilitation of inland navigation lock and dam systems, design of new navigation locks, and coastal protection projects.  These projects represent a once in a generation investment in our nation’s waterways.  

    The Project Manager will work closely with national industry leaders and local experts as part of the Midwest Design Center to support clients with infrastructure design for water resource related projects. This position offers the right professional a great opportunity to manage a multi-disciplinary team that delivers complex water projects with innovative structural, mechanical and electrical features. Come join our industry leading team and be a part of the company proud to be ranked by ENR (Engineering News Record) for over 20 years in a row as the #1 in Water related consulting services.

    Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

    Upcoming projects include: 

    -Project Management of the design of new and existing lock and dam features as part of the U.S. Inland Waterway Navigation System. Work will include managing the work products associated with designing lock walls, guide walls and gates.  

     

    -Project Management of the design of dams and levees nationwide: Tetra Tech is a nationwide consultant to the USACE, NRCS and serves locally through our global network of offices many non-federal government agencies and utilities. Work includes dam and levee safety inspections, retrofit and removal design services, fish passage, and new infrastructure design.  

     

    More About This Role:

    • Manage complex, multi-discipline infrastructure projects of civil works structures (flood protection, navigation locks, dam structures), waterfront structures, pump stations, and bridges, including oversight of the project execution and day-to-day project management. 
    • Work in partnership with the business development team to develop and execute strategic plans for capturing projects. Includes developing client relationships, identifying opportunities, project scoping, cost proposals and negotiation, and contract review. 
    • Strong client facing and team communication skills, with the ability to direct a team to solve client needs within the agreed upon scope, schedule and cost requirements. 
    • Manage company risk exposure through attention to detail for project finances, contract legal considerations, and technical quality management. 
    • Deliver services in compliance with all health and safety requirements. 
    • Understand and manage engineering risk, legal risk, financial project performance and scope deviations.  
    • Responsible for overall client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities and will work with other managers and experts to market current clients and develop, identify, and attract new clients and recruit high-quality staff. 
    • Coordinate and communicate design solutions with clients and other engineering disciplines – including presentations, reports, studies, design review meetings, and training. 
    • Provide direction, oversight and mentorship to junior staff working as part of your team on projects. 
    • Other duties as assigned. 

    You Will Bring These Qualifications:

    • A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (master's degree preferred). 
    • 15 years of relevant project management experience. 
    • Active Professional Engineer (PE) certification (Required): SE preferred. PMP certification or other formal training preferred. 
    • Track record of successful project management and project delivery. 
    • Experience overseeing technical staff using complex FEA/structural analysis software programs (such as SAP2000, ANSYS, CSIBridge, and/or LPILE).  
    • Experience utilizing Microsoft Office, scheduling software such as Primavera, document management tools such as ProjectWise and other software for scope change and risk management is preferred.  
    • Demonstrated educational and relevant work experience showing strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. 
    • Strong leadership and communication skills and willing to work both independently and in a team environment, both in person and virtual.  
    • Ability to inspire, mentor, and motivate technical staff. 
    • Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and make independent decisions that promote/advance the company goals and objectives. 
    • Experience with USACE or other federal or local government agencies preferred. 

    What We Can Offer You:

    • Work on multi-disciplinary teams, collaborating with scientists, engineers, geologists, planners and biologists to take projects from planning through design and construction. See projects from start to finish. 
    • Work in an entrepreneurial-minded specialized water business operation backed by the resources of a large, international company. 
    • A passionate team of co-workers who work hard and respect the importance of work-life balance – really! 
    • The opportunity to think outside the box to develop innovative solutions to client problems around the world, and the support to implement your ideas. 
    • Our goal is to create a space that enables collaboration and excellence in delivery with good opportunities for mentoring and growth of our staff working in the office and at home. 
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion-focused company with opportunities to get involved with DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) communities. 
    • Strong commitment to Health and Safety. 

    The salary range or hourly wage for this position is approximately $135,000 to $195,000 depending on education, qualifications, experience, and work location. 

     
    Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include health insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, time off with pay (TOWP), 401k, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

    About Tetra Tech:

    Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 470 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—22,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

    Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

    LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

    Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

    Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

     

    Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

     

    Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

     

    We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

     

    Please no phone calls or agencies.

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Materials Delivery Professional
  • BARD Materials
  • Dubuque, IA OTHER,FULL_TIME,TEMPORARY
  • Job description Description Material Delivery Professionals (MDP’s) are responsible for the delivery of aggregate and ready-mix concrete to various job sites (commercial and residential) in a safe and...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Materials Delivery Professional
  • BARD Materials
  • Cascade, IA TEMPORARY,FULL_TIME,OTHER
  • Job description Description Material Delivery Professionals (MDP’s) are responsible for the delivery of aggregate and ready-mix concrete to various job sites (commercial and residential) in a safe and...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Materials Coordinator
  • Sedona Staffing
  • Davenport, IA FULL_TIME
  • Material Coordinator II Shift: 1st Location: Davenport, IA Job ID: 31762566 Employment Type: Contingent position for 1 year Compensation: $32.46 Sedona Staffing Moline is currently seeking a Material ...
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Materials Coordinator
  • ESP International
  • Davenport, IA FULL_TIME
  • In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to meet the following:Perform quality work within deadlines without direct supervision.Interact professionally with ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Materials Analyst
  • TVS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Iowa, IA FULL_TIME
  • Materials Analyst A Materials Analyst is responsible for inventory tasks such as cycle counting, audits, systematic assembly builds, as well as supporting the material team. Essential Functions Reason...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Materials Engineer - Weld
  • American Honda Motor Co.
  • Marysville, OH
  • What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • BWX Technologies
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. Headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, B...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • Universal Matter Inc.
  • Houston, TX
  • Job Title: MATERIALS ENGINEER Company: UNIVERSAL MATTER LTD. Location: HOUSTON INNOVATION CENTER, TEXAS About Universal ...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • Curtiss-Wright
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • We are looking for a Materials Engineer to join our EMD team! As our Sr. Materials Engineer, you will have the opportuni...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • MicroLumen®
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or related technical field is required. Previous Work Experien...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manufacturing Materials Engineer
  • American Honda Motor Co.
  • Marysville, OH
  • What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • Ultramet.
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Description: We are seeking a talented and motivated Materials Engineer I to join ou...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Materials Engineer
  • Hunter International Recruiting
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Materials Engineer will be responsible for preparation of lab samples, applications support to both internal and externa...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

Iowa (/ˈaɪəwə/ (listen)) is a state in the Midwestern United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River and Big Sioux River to the west. It is bordered by six states; Wisconsin to the northeast, Illinois to the east, Missouri to the south, Nebraska to the west, South Dakota to the northwest and Minnesota to the north. In colonial times, Iowa was a part of French Louisiana and Spanish Louisiana; its state flag is patterned after the flag of France. After the Louisiana Purchase, people laid the foundation for an agriculture-based economy in the heart of the Corn...
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Income Estimation for Materials Engineer jobs
$70,111 to $85,558

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