Materials Engineer
The Kinetic Group Operations LLC
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The Kinetic Group Operations LLC is hiring a Materials Engineer. The Kinetic Group seeks a Materials Engineer III to act as the technical authority on steel metallurgy, driving material performance, manufacturing optimization, and defect reduction across its Anoka, MN facilities.
Key focus areas include Serve as subject matter expert for steel metallurgy, alloy selection, heat treatment, and material performance., Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize material and process performance., and Lead investigations into material issues such as cracking, hardness variation, and microstructural inconsistencies..
Important skills include Steel Metallurgy, Alloy Selection, Heat Treatment, Material Performance Optimization, Failure Investigation, and Root Cause Analysis.
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Job Description
The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries.
As we continue to invest in and expand our steel case manufacturing capability, we are seeking a Materials Engineer III with deep expertise in steel metallurgy and material processing. This role will serve as the company's technical authority on steel materials, driving material performance, manufacturing optimization, and defect reduction across our operations.
This position reports to the Sr. Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and is based out of our Anoka office.
What you’ll do:
Serve as the subject matter expert for steel metallurgy, alloy selection, heat treatment, and material performance.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize material and process performance across production.
Lead complex investigations into material-related issues, including cracking, hardness variation, microstructural inconsistencies, and product performance failures.
Analyze metallurgical and mechanical testing data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Develop and maintain material specifications, testing standards, and best practices to improve quality, consistency, and manufacturability.
Lead qualification and validation of raw materials, suppliers, and alternative alloy systems.
Provide technical leadership on manufacturing improvement initiatives, new processes, and capital projects involving steel processing and heat treatment.
Monitor industry developments and recommend new materials, technologies, and processing methods that support business objectives.
Mentor engineers and technical teams, helping build internal expertise in metallurgy and materials engineering.
Experience you bring:
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience working with steel materials in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong expertise in steel metallurgy, heat treatment, microstructure control, and material properties.
Experience leading failure investigations, root cause analysis, and metallurgical testing programs.
Proven ability to develop technical solutions that improve manufacturing performance, product quality, and reliability.
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, suppliers, and external laboratories.
You might have:
Master's degree in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering.
Experience with high-performance steel alloys, boron steels, or advanced alloy systems.
Background in ammunition, firearms, automotive, aerospace, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting heat treatment and steel forming operations.
Familiarity with supplier qualification, material validation, and quality system requirements.
Work Environment:
Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.
Pay Range:
$95,000.00 - $133,000.00
The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field.
Minimum Experience Required
5+ years of experience working with steel materials in a manufacturing or industrial environment; experience leading failure investigations, root cause analysis, and metallurgical testing programs.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Compensation
$95,000.00 - $133,000.00
Postal Code
55303
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
R0012717
Job Benefits
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
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