Amazon.com Services LLC
Materials Science
LabEngineerII
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“Lab Engineer II at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Materials Science, Lab Engineering, Materials Testing. Conduct materials testing. Operate testing equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Support breakthrough packaging materials development; Enable informed decisions about materials; Provide reliable test results; Improve testing efficiency; Improve data quality; Advance sustainability goals
Industry & Context.
Analyze test results; Identify trends; Identify anomalies; Troubleshooting
Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs, Standing, Walking, Kneeling
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years hardware development experience, 2+ years test lab experience, 2+ years space/aerospace maintenance experience, 2+ years hands-on engineering environment experience, Bachelors Degree in Material Science, Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering, Bachelors Degree in Paper Science Engineering, Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelors Degree in related field
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Materials Science, Master's degree in Materials Engineering, Master's degree in Chemistry, Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Master's degree in related technical discipline, 2+ years laboratory experience, Experience with packaging materials testing, Experience with forest products testing, Experience with TAPPI standards, Experience with ASTM standards, Experience with ISO standards, Experience with ISTA standards, Hands-on experience with tensile testers, Hands-on experience with burst testers, Hands-on experience with thermal analysis equipment, Hands-on experience with SEM, Hands-on experience with DMA, Experience with data analysis tools, Experience with statistical methods
What You'll Do.
Conduct materials testing
Operate testing equipment
Execute test protocols
Perform testing on packaging materials
Operate laboratory equipment
Maintain laboratory equipment
Prepare test specimens
Identify lab process improvements
Recommend lab process improvements
Implement lab process improvements
Collect experimental data
Organize experimental data
Document experimental data
Identify trends in performance
Identify anomalies in performance
Generate test reports
Follow standard operating procedures
Follow work instructions
Maintain laboratory environment
Participate in safety programs
Participate in maintenance schedules
Identify testing efficiency improvements
Identify data quality improvements
Support inventory management
Collaborate on experimental design
Collaborate on experimental execution
Communicate test results
Communicate status updates
Support supplier qualification
Assist with sample preparation
Assist with field trial testing
Assist with deployment validation testing
Participate in team meetings
Contribute to project planning
Contribute to test procedure development
Contribute to SOP refinement
Document experimental procedures
Document observations
Recommend testing method improvements
Recommend laboratory process improvements
Apply materials science principles
Develop technical skills
Develop domain knowledge
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Advanced Materials Engineers; Scientists; Team members; Academic institutions; Materials suppliers; Internal Amazon teams
Communication Scope
Communicate test results; Communicate status updates; Present test results
Process & Methodology
Project planning
Full Job Description
Join Amazon's Global Materials Science (GMS) organization as a Lab Engineer and be part of pioneering sustainable e-commerce packaging. In this hands-on role, you'll conduct materials testing and characterization that directly supports the development of breakthrough packaging materials. You'll work in state-of-the-art laboratories, operating advanced testing equipment, executing experiments, and generating critical data that enables our team to make informed decisions about materials that touch millions of customer experiences daily. Key job responsibilities Materials Testing & Characterization: - Conduct hands-on materials testing using equipment including tensile testers, burst testers, tear testers, rheometers, and other materials characterization tools. - Execute test protocols following TAPPI, ASTM, ISO, and ISTA standards as well as internal developed methods. - Perform testing on packaging materials including paper substrates, adhesives, coatings, and alternative fiber materials. - Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality - Prepare test and store specimens according to specifications and standard operating procedures - Identify, recommend, and help implement improved lab processes for the team. Learning to create mechanisms. Data Collection & Analysis: - Collect, organize, and document experimental data with high accuracy and attention to detail. - Analyze test results and identify trends or anomalies in materials performance. - Generate clear and concise test reports summarizing findings and observations. - Support data-driven decision making by providing reliable, high-quality test results Laboratory Operations: - Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for all testing activities - Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment. - Participate in laboratory safety programs and equipment maintenance schedules. - Assist in identifying opportunities to improve testing effic
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