R&D Technician

R&D Technician

The R&D Technician will work to advance CORMETECH technology in carbon capture and environmental catalysis, through the synthesis and performance testing of various materials.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out testing on analytical equipment, small scale to pilot size reactors, and benchtop chemistry work.
• Follow SOPs and Safety procedures of laboratory
• Obtain, analyze, and report testing data using lab instruments
• Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance plan actions on the instruments
• Support the synthesis of catalyst material samples for testing evaluations
• Collaborate with other scientists/engineers on development projects
• Maintain clean working space in the laboratory
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned

Other duties / projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in a science, engineering, or technical field.
• Strong Safety focus.
• Experience working in an academic or industrial laboratory using analytical instrumentation.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Mechanical aptitude and strong critical thinking skills
• Windows / Microsoft Office knowledge with an emphasis on Excel
• Ability to work independently, but collaboratively with Development Team

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field
• Strong analytical ability
• Previous experience with analytical instrumentation (TGA, DSC, FTIR, MS)
• Background in wet chemistry procedures, including solution synthesis, serial dilutions, and preparation of reagents for experimental workflows
• Knowledge of reaction monitoring, sample collection, and data analysis from laboratory-scale reactor systems

Working Conditions:

• Mechanical noise
• Dusty and dirty work environment
• Varying temperatures from warm to cool

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and kneeling

Hours:

2nd Shift (2:30pm-11pm).

Cormetech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The success of Cormetech depends upon attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified people regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran's status.