ENGINEER - Materials Science and Failure Analysis - Southwest Research Institute

ENGINEER - Materials Science and Failure Analysis

Who We Are:

The Materials Science and Failure Analysis Section develops solutions for complex materials problems using experimental and analytical methods. We serve government and commercial sponsors across a variety of technical sectors.

Objectives of this Role:

• Provide laboratory support for research projects involving materials synthesis, optimization, and failure analysis.
• Use a variety of chemical/physical processes for materials synthesis and bench top characterization techniques to evaluate material systems.
• Provide data analysis and present results from project tasks in person and in writing to a multidisciplinary project team.
• Assist in, or lead, the design and assembly of laboratory apparatuses, including electronic, thermal, and mechanical controls.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• With guidance from senior staff, perform analytical and experimental work in materials science and chemistry laboratory spaces.
• As necessary, perform troubleshooting on experimental methods and data acquisition instruments.
• Analyze and summarize collected data utilizing multiple post processing tools and report data to project team.
• Support or lead the design and assembly of specialized laboratory apparatuses.
• Coordinate with other operating groups to fulfill project needs.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering.
• 0-3 years: Hands-on experience operating laboratory analytical instruments, preferably related to chemistry or materials characterization.
• 0-3 years: Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and effectively communicate complex information.
• 0-2 years: Hands on experience with LabVIEW or similar control engineering software, programming languages (Fortran, Python, etc.) is desired.
• 0-2 years: Hands on experience in the design and assembly of laboratory apparatuses. Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., Solid Works), processes flow diagraming, electrical and mechanical control systems is desired.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.