Scientist Thermal Management Materials
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California, 95076, USA
Listing for:
Talent Connection
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home
position
Listed on 2025-10-31
Job specializations:
-
Engineering
Materials Engineer, Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 91000 - 105000 USD Yearly
USD
91000.00
105000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Scientist – Thermal Management Materials
About the Company
Talent Connection's client is a leader in manufacturing technology, specializing in thermal management materials for high-power semiconductor applications. They are at the forefront of advanced material innovation, developing porous tungsten composites, diamond, and graphite-based solutions to enhance performance and reliability.
Location: Watsonville, CA
Position Type: Full-Time
Education Level: Graduate Degree (MS/PhD preferred)
Salary Range: $91,000 - $105,000
Travel: Up to 25%
Industry: Manufacturing Technology
About the Role
We are seeking a Scientist to join the Thermal Management Division, working closely with the Technology Manager to lead materials research, process development, and product innovation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science, metallurgy, and process engineering with hands-on expertise in analytical testing and manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct research and development on thermal management materials, focusing on porous tungsten composites, diamond, and graphite-based solutions.Innovate manufacturing processes to improve material performance, yield, and cost-efficiency.Utilize advanced testing and characterization techniques such as SEM/EDX, metallography, XRF, thermomechanical analysis, and optical profilometry.Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Quality, Process Engineering, and Business Development to drive product advancements.Partner with external research labs and the parent company's R&D team to expand testing capabilities.Benchmark against competitors to improve product quality, throughput, and waste reduction.Support customer interactions, business development efforts, and industry events to showcase technology advancements.Manage engineering projects, competitive analysis, failure mode analysis (FMEA), and Design of Experiments (DOE).Required Qualifications
PhD/MS in Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or Physics (or a Bachelor’s degree with significant industry experience).Expertise in powder metallurgy, thin film deposition, solid-state synthesis, and material characterization.Hands-on experience with vacuum systems, plating, machining, and inspection metrology.Strong understanding of thermomechanical/material testing and troubleshooting complex systems.Proficiency in DOE, SPC, and failure analysis methodologies.Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.Ability to work independently while excelling in a collaborative, cross-departmental environment.This is an exciting opportunity to lead cloud innovation at a major retailer while shaping the future of their technology infrastructure.
Competitive salary: $91,000 - $105,000 per year.
Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match.
Professional growth opportunities through industry conferences, external research collaborations, and publications.
Work-life balance with flexible scheduling and occasional remote work options.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. This company participates in E-Verify.
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