Materials Scientist

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

The Materials Scientist/Engineer III will be supporting Battelle’s Metallic Material Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) Program, focusing on various working groups including bi-annual MMPDS General Coordination Committee meetings. The successful candidate will work with a cross-disciplinary project team spanning multiple engineering and science disciplines analyzing and interpreting metal mechanical properties data per MMPDS guidelines for inclusion into the MMPDS Handbook. We seek a candidate with the ability to support proposal and business development efforts and providing mentoring and training to junior staff.

• Perform complex assignments with minimal oversight analyzing material data submitted to the MMPDS program.
• Analyze and interpret metal mechanical properties data per MMPDS guidelines.
• Write, review, and present MMPDS Agenda Items at bi-annual meetings.
• Analyze and interpret non-metal mechanical properties data per CMH-17 guidelines.
• Support client projects generating mechanical properties to meet the needs of their industry.
• Build relationships with internal and external clients. Present research results at relevant technical conferences.
• Contribute to IR&D studies.
• Support proposal and business development efforts led by others.
• Assist with coordination of and participation in Battelle sponsored conferences, including bi-annual MMPDS General Coordination Committee meetings
• Participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, industry committee meetings, and other forums to increase company visibility. Travel ~10%
• Oversee, mentor, and train lower level staff.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field.
• 10+ years in a safety focused industry such as aerospace, nuclear, or power generation with experience in structural design.
• Experience with metal mechanical characterization testing of conventional/process intensive materials or joining systems as documented in MMPDS.
• Subject Matter Expert level in at least two of the following:
  Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, Fatigue Crack Growth, Mechanical Testing, Metal Additive Manufacturing.
• Technical Writing & Presenting.
• Strong communications skills are essential.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulatory requirements.

• Aerospace experience working for either a government regulator (FAA, DOD, DOE, NASA) or in commercial, defense, material producer, or space at any level of the supply chain.
• Experience with non-metal mechanical characterization testing per CMH-17.
• Experience working with government clients.
• Knowledge of at least two of the following:
  Acceptance Testing, Damage Tolerant Design, Friction Stir Welding, Statistical Analysis.

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $81,000 to $116,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule:
  Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:
  You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work…