LLNL

Research

ResearchMaterialsEngineer

$115–165k ~AI est. Livermore, California, United States FULL TIME
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HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Research Materials Engineer at LLNL. Skills: Materials processing, Material modeling, Material characterization, Additive manufacturing. Conduct research and development in materials processing. Conduct research and development in material modeling”

Industry & Context.

Research
Problems you'll solve

Resolve technical objectives; Solve problems

Eligibility Requirements

US DOE Q-level security clearance, U. S. citizenship, Significant on-site presence

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE Q-level security clearance, U. S. citizenship, Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, Comprehensive knowledge and experience in material formulation, Comprehensive knowledge and experience in additive manufacturing/3D printing, Comprehensive knowledge and experience in finite element analysis, Comprehensive knowledge and experience in material characterization, Demonstrated ability as an innovative experimentalist, Broad range of experience in experimental design, Broad range of experience in experimental techniques, Broad range of experience in experimental execution, Proven ability to develop independent research projects, Proficient verbal and written communication skills, Initiative and interpersonal skills

Nice to Have

Master’s or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, Experience with analytical and computational modeling and simulation, Experience with data analysis, Experience with material characterization, Experience with mechanical testing, Experience with rheology, Experience designing material processing systems, Experience with LabVIEW, Experience with MATLAB, Experience with Python, Experience with C/C++, Experience designing CAD, Experience assembling hardware for standard and automated systems, Skill set in mechatronics, Skill set in automation, Significant experience working effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, Experience using standard project management practices, Proven ability to meet schedules and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with varying priorities, Experience leading project teams, Proficiency in interpersonal interactions, Ability to solve problems as they arise

What You'll Do.

Conduct research and development in materials processing

Conduct research and development in material modeling

Conduct research and development in microscale material testing

Conduct research and development in materials characterization

Design moderately complex techniques

Implement moderately complex techniques

Analyze moderately complex techniques

Organize data from research

Analyze data from research

Present data from research

Contribute to conception of research

Contribute to design of research

Contribute to execution of research

Participate in conception of research

Participate in design of research

Participate in execution of research

Pursue independent research interests

Interact with scientists and engineers

Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment

Accomplish research goals

Publish research results in internal reports

Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals

Present results at external conferences

Present results at seminars

Present results at technical meetings

Perform other duties as assigned

Independently resolve technical objectives

Independently resolve technical criteria

Execute appropriate technical approaches

Apply advanced technical knowledge

Apply advanced methodologies

Guide completion of project goals

Guide completion of organizational goals

Serve as primary technical contact on tasks

Serve as primary technical contact on projects

Collaborate with technical area leaders

Collaborate with project leaders

Collaborate with program management

Represent technical capabilities

Represent project results to internal management

Represent project results to external sponsors

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multidisciplinary team environment; Cross-functional teams; Technical area leaders; Project leaders; Program management

Communication Scope

Present technical information; Explain technical information

Process & Methodology

Project management practices, Meet schedules, Meet deliverables, Manage concurrent projects

Full Job Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. We have multiple openings for Research Materials Engineers to work on a variety of projects. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and scientists who process, design, and characterize materials for eventual use in national security applications. Specifically, you will apply analytical methods to study materials with unique properties and/or develop advanced manufacturing techniques. These positions are in the Materials Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering Directorate. This position requires significant on-site presence due to the nature of the work. These positions will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. You will * Conduct research and development in one or more of the following areas: materials processing, material modeling, microscale material testing, or materials characterization. * Design, implement, and analyze moderately complex techniques in one or more of the areas listed above. * Organize, analyze, and present data from research. * Contribute to and actively participate in the conception, design, and execution of research to address defined problems. * Pursue independent, but complementary, research interests and interact with a broad range of scientists and engineers, both internally and externally to the Laboratory. * Col

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