Materials Test Development Engineer

About the role

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. Our portfolio of brands—Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ—serves customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

The Materials Test Development Engineering position provides critical insights to Andersen’s engineering teams by evaluating how products and materials perform under a wide range of mechanical forces and environmental conditions. This work spans both laboratory and real-world applications, with analysis ranging from events occurring in milliseconds to performance trends observed over years. The role is responsible for developing advanced experimental test methods that generate material data for simulation and modeling efforts, analyzing complex material datasets to characterize key performance attributes, and providing data-driven recommendations on material reliability to stakeholders across the R&D organization.

The position serves as the technical owner of advanced measurement and testing technologies, including CT scanning, Digital Image Correlation (DIC), photogrammetry, cyclic fatigue testing systems, universal testing machines, dynamic mechanical analyzers (DMA), and parallel plate rheometers. The role also drives the evaluation, development, and implementation of emerging testing technologies to support future business and innovation needs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute advanced material and component testing methods to evaluate performance under mechanical loading and environmental conditions.
• Generate high-quality material characterization data to support engineering simulations, predictive modeling, and product development activities.
• Analyze complex experimental datasets to identify material behaviors, performance trends, and reliability characteristics.
• Collaborate with technicians to collect and validate measurement data using a variety of advanced testing methods.
• Train and mentor technicians on test setup, inspection procedures, and measurement techniques as required.
• Plan and conduct laboratory and field-based investigations to assess short-term and long-term material performance.
• Serve as the technical subject matter expert and owner for advanced measurement and testing technologies.
• Document test results and communicate engineering findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders through technical reports and presentations.
• Travel within the United States as needed (up to 10%).

Requirements

• BS in Materials Science or Engineering (BS with supplemental knowledge in material science accepted).
• 2-5+ years of engineering experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with product development processes.
• Familiarity with reliability engineering principles and product test methods desired.
• Good understanding of statistical methods, data visualization, and analysis tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience using X-ray Computed Tomography, Digital Image Correlation, Cyclic Fatigue Testing, Universal Testing Machines, Dynamic Mechanical Analyzers, and Parallel Plate Rheometers is a plus.
• AutoCAD or other CAD software experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Committed to providing high-quality products across the Andersen enterprise.
• Curious and passionate about material characterization and reliability.

Pay

$90,039.00 - $139,561.00 per year.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching Profit Sharing.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave.
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities.

For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

Profit Sharing: In 2026, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.