Materials Scientist
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Research Scientist, Materials Engineering
Materials Scientist/Engineer III
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.
Job SummaryThe 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.
Responsibilities- 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
Salary Range & Compensation
- 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.
Benefits:
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- Balance life through a compressed work schedule :
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