Material Review Engineer (MRE)

Location: Asheville, NC

Our client is seeking a Material Review Engineer (MRE) to join their team in Asheville, NC. The MRE will be responsible for reviewing and determining the disposition of non-conforming material for gas turbine engines, including aero-engine, industrial, and marine applications. In this role, you will work closely with the Design Authority, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure the highest standards of engineering excellence and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and determine the disposition of Non-Conforming Material (NC), including parts, deviation requests, and waivers from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and the supply base. This includes evaluating technical specifications, fit, form, function, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure that non-conforming parts are appropriately segregated and managed in compliance with regulatory standards while awaiting review and formal disposition.
• Collaborate with Design Authorities to assess part repair requirements or usage parameters.
• Conduct assessments related to engineering principles such as tolerance stacks, GD&T interpretation, interchangeability, and repair requirements.
• Obtain and maintain "Certified MRE" status through customer-provided certification. Certification training will be provided by Quest Global.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers.
• Participate in quality control processes, including Corrective Action Boards (CAB), and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: BSME/BSAE degree.
• Experience:
• 7+ years of experience in gas turbine design (aero-engine preferred) with partial MRE certification.
• 15+ years of experience for full MRE certification, allowing the engineer to perform tasks across multiple engine components.
• In-depth experience with Material Review Board (MRB) processes and non-conformance management in government-regulated industries such as Aerospace & Defense, Medical, and Mass Transit.
• Experience interacting with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for managing and storing non-conformance data.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, with strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and modern manufacturing processes (metal, composites).
• Proven experience in quality assurance processes, including part qualification, non-conforming material disposition, and continuous improvement projects.

Desired Skills:

• A service-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting technical data to customers and regulatory representatives.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience with developing and mentoring junior engineers is highly valued.

Work Environment:

• Office and/or shop floor environments with periodic physical tasks, including lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent use of a computer for technical work, reviewing documents, and managing data.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to travel and work on-site at customer locations as required.

Citizenship Requirement: Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

If you are an experienced engineer with a passion for aerospace, a strong understanding of gas turbine design, and the skills to mentor others while ensuring top-tier product quality, we encourage you to apply.