Technologist - Research & Development

Overview

Job #: 24-02816
Pay Rate:  $/hour
Job type:

Location:

Wilmington, DE

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge or working experience with polymers is preferred
• Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments
• Prior experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred
• Experience with LabVIEW, and CAD software is a plus
• Experience with surface profilometry, and other micro-analysis techniques is a plus
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• New grads will be considered; onsite role only, no remote option
• PPE: lab coat, safety glasses and safety shoes

• Conduct wear and friction tribology experiments, by operating various instruments and equipment in the lab
• Interpret and analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward
• Characterize material structure and performance, using various microscopic and spectroscopic techniques, including:
  Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Laser-Scanning Confocal Microscopy, Surface Profilometry, and Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Properly document and report all experimental data. Present findings and results at team meetings
• Prepare and press samples for tribology testing. Coordinate machining of test samples, and test fixtures
• Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments. Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs
• Participate and follow all DuPont safety policies and best practices. Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation
• Order and purchase supplies when needed. Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory
• Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations