Job Description + Develop new material sources and translate existing materials into new applications utilizing technical expertise in materials, glass science, mineral processing, or chemical engineering to meet new market/application demands. + Lead process improvement projects on mineral purification processes with cross-functional teams and external validation partners. Responsibilities include IP research, voice of customer and customer requirement determination, feasibility testing, prototyping, gauge development, pilot testing, cost analysis and scale up to manufacturing. + Apply project management skills in planning, budgeting, time management, resource allocation, and risk management. + Generate intellectual properties such as patents, publications, and internal reports. Also, support commercial and manufacturing teams. + Responsible for new process development in high purity sand and tungsten for the fused quartz business + Apply Six Sigma type methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting. Must Have + Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Glass Science, Mineral processing, Geology or Chemical engineering + 5+ years of hands-on experience within the geological, glass or quartz industries + Managerial experience + Proficient in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R + Project/Product management experience Nice to Have + Expertise in sand beneficiation, hot chlorination, calcination, & other mineral processing methods + Familiarity with processing of refractory metals, including sintering and machining + Experience designing equipment for solids processing + Understanding and experience with batch and continuous processes + Experience with, or design of, quartz fusion processes including electric fusion, arc fusion and flame fusion or vapor deposition + Mechanical and or thermal design modelling using SolidWorks + Six Sigma training and/or certifications preferred Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $160000.00 - $170000.00/yr. Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage 401(k) plan with Company Match Basic and Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Richmond Heights,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.