The Research Engineer is responsible for designing, preparing, running, monitoring, testing, and measuring experiments with the objective of turning the experiments into commercially-viable technology. Engineers in this role use knowledge of chemistry, physics, electrical engineering, and materials science along with previous significant R&D lab experience.
The successful candidate must be a self-starter with experience in going from lab-scale experimentation to pilot-scale development (any commercialization experience is beneficial). The focus of this role is on early- to mid-stage development, with a demonstrated ability to participate in complex technical projects or function as part of a larger team and integrate results and knowledge across the overall R&D program. Excellent collaborative skills across functional areas is a must. Attention to detail and emphasis on safe work practices, is required.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with other scientists and engineers to identify and initiate experiments.
Prepare and fabricate materials, set-up experiments, and run, monitor, measure, and analyze the results of complex experiments.
Participate in complex science and technology development projects which may span the range from conception through pilot-scale and initial stages of product development.
Schedule, organize and report the status of research activities.
Plan and modify research techniques, procedures, tests, or software tools.
Interpret and analyze data as needed for research and engineering efforts. Collaborate with others to automate data capture and analysis.
Participate in the production of comprehensive documented plans, observations, analyses and interpretations of results including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses.
Plan and carry out project responsibilities with limited assistance and direction while providing appropriate updates to stakeholders.
Fully comply with company practices and policies to provide protection to technologies, processes, materials, and products.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience)
US Citizen or Green Card holder
Previous applied research experience in a variety of technical assignments, from characterization to product development, across multiple engineering or physical science disciplines.
Excellent laboratory skills and experience including small part fabrication, materials and solutions preparation and maintenance, setting up and testing equipment, measurement, and data capture.
Ability to problem solve technical and methodological issues using research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis.
Strong problem solving, interpersonal, team, project management, bench and communication skills.
Ability to conceptualize and apply innovative solutions, be flexible, handle multiple projects simultaneously and work well under pressure.
Self-motivated and ability to work independently and to consistently meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience)
An advanced degree in electrical engineering, chemical engineering or a related field.
Specific knowledge of thermal mechanics and nuclear and radiation science, along with skills and experience in metallurgy, material analytics, data capture with automation.
Experience with heat flow and thermal measurements.
Experience with characterization of radiation emissions.
Experience with ultra high vacuum and pressure systems
Significant experience with data collection using LabVIEW
Significant experience with data analysis using Python or similar for statistical analysis