Development and Research Engineer

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$35.00/hr - $3,537.00/hr

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This position is part of the Advanced Materials Technology group within Cat Technology
, focused on industrial R&D rather than deep academic research. The team supports electrification efforts
, including electric drives, batteries, and associated hardware.

• Material Testing
  :
  Mechanical, thermal, and aging tests on non-metallics, copper, aluminum, printed circuit board materials.
• Failure Analysis
  :
  Evaluate new materials, compare alternatives, and report findings.
• Client Collaboration
  :
  Define testing needs, timelines, and deliverables with internal clients.
• Reporting
  :
  Provide status updates via PowerPoint, meetings, and final reports.
• Lab Work
  :
  Hands-on testing in materials and chemical labs, requiring full-time onsite presence.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s in Materials Science or Engineering is required.
• Master’s preferred
  , especially with relevant lab experience.
• PhDs are generally not preferred due to the applied nature of the work.
• 5+ years of industry experience is ideal; 2–3 years may be acceptable for candidates with a master’s degree.

• Familiarity with microscopes
  , hardness testing
  , mechanical testing
  , and metallurgical lab equipment
  .
• Experience with non-ferrous materials like copper, aluminum, polymers, and lithium-ion battery components.
• No specific software tools required beyond Microsoft Office
  ; lab tools and protocols are taught on the job.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing

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