Advanced Drainage Systems

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Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Materials Science Engineer

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2026-21184
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Material Science
Engineering and Technology Center

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

As a Materials Science Engineer, you will help develop, test, and improve the plastic materials used in ADS products. You will work with engineers, manufacturing teams, suppliers, and laboratory staff to evaluate materials, solve problems, and support sustainability initiatives through the use of recycled plastics.

What You'll Do

• Test and evaluate plastic materials and recycled resin blends.

• Assist with laboratory testing and manufacturing trials.

• Help develop new material formulations and improve existing ones.

• Support manufacturing plants by investigating material and processing issues.

• Document test results, material specifications, and recommendations.

• Collaborate with product development, quality, manufacturing, purchasing, and recycling teams.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical field.

• Interest in plastics, materials testing, manufacturing, and sustainability.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Internship, co-op, or research experience involving materials, polymers, manufacturing, or laboratory testing.

• Familiarity with plastic materials such as polyethylene (HDPE) or polypropylene (PP).

Why This Role?

• This position offers the opportunity to learn about materials science, sustainable manufacturing, recycling technologies, and product development while working alongside experienced engineers and scientists.

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EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.