Materials Engineer

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. 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 capabilities, we are seeking a Materials Engineer with experience in steel metallurgy and material processing. This role will partner closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve material performance, optimize manufacturing processes, and reduce defects across our operations. This position reports to the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and is based in Anoka, Minnesota. What you’ll do: Provide technical support related to steel metallurgy, material performance, heat treatment, and manufacturing processes. Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency. Support investigations into material-related issues, including cracking, hardness variation, microstructural inconsistencies, and product performance concerns. Analyze metallurgical and mechanical testing data to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. Develop and maintain material specifications, testing procedures, and best practices to improve quality and consistency. Support qualification and validation of raw materials, suppliers, and alternative material solutions. Contribute to manufacturing improvement initiatives, new process development, and capital projects involving steel processing and heat treatment. Stay current on industry trends, emerging materials, and manufacturing technologies. Share metallurgical knowledge and best practices across engineering and operational teams. Experience you bring: Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in materials engineering, metallurgy, manufacturing engineering, or a related industrial environment. Knowledge of steel metallurgy, heat treatment processes, microstructure-property relationships, and material characterization techniques. Experience participating in failure analysis, root cause investigations, or metallurgical testing activities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively with engineering, operations, quality, suppliers, and external laboratories. You might also bring: 5+ years of experience supporting steel manufacturing, metal forming, heat treatment, or related industrial processes. Experience with supplier qualification, material validation, and specification development. Experience leading complex failure investigations and corrective action initiatives. Knowledge of advanced steels, boron steels, or other high-performance alloy systems. Background in ammunition, firearms, automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, or other high-volume manufacturing environments. Master's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related discipline. 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. Benefits: At The Kinetic Group, we believe the people who build great products deserve great support. That's why we offer day-one healthcare coverage, company-paid parental leave, a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%, career development opportunities, education assistance, and paid time away from work to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Gun Control Act Requirements: It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. For the past 100 years, Federal has produced the world’s best ammunition at our Anoka, Minnesota headquarters. Innovation—in action, ideas and technology—has been an integral part of that success. That's why we have a team-oriented work environment that encourages employees to participate at all levels of the decision-making process. From planning to measuring results, Federal makes sure employees have the freedom to be creative, enjoy their jobs, and make a difference. Mission Federal's mission is to build better ammunition in America to create community, power defense and conserve our heritage. We emphasize select market opportunities where our specialized know-how has high value-added application. Culture Federal believes in the power of people working together in creative and supportive ways. That's why we have a team-oriented work environment. We want all of our employees to be a part of our company. And for us, that means participating at all levels of the decision-making process. From planning to measuring results, Federal makes sure employees have the freedom to be creative, enjoy their jobs, and make a difference. We work hard, but have a lot of fun, too. Benefits Federal offers competitive industry wages and a benefits package that starts Day 1, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K savings plan with a generous company match—plus discounts on Federal and affiliated brand products including Remington Ammunition, CCI/Speer and HEVI-Shot®. Working At Federal A Century Of Authority: https://www.federalpremium.com/100years.html Equal Opportunity Employer Federal Ammunition is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law. The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@tkghunt.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Federal Ammunition and its affiliates will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.