Ceramics Engineer
Battelle Energy Alliance dba Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Ceramics Engineer to work in our Energy, Environment, Science and Technology (EES&T) Department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off. You will report to the Department Manager for the Hydrogen and Electrochemistry department.
You will work in the Hydrogen and Thermal Systems group to focus on the validation, demonstration, and development of solid oxide technology. Technology scope will include novel material development, advanced manufacturer techniques, cell fabrication, and testing of electrochemical devices.
*Responsibilities Include:*
* Perform conventional and advanced ceramics manufacturing techniques, materials characterization, and testing of high temperature electrochemical devices.
* Research activities will include data analysis, publication and proposal writing, and research presentation.
* Assist industry in validation and commercialization of new hydrogen and hydrogen adjacent technology.
* Support materials testing and characterization for multiple research programs.
* Be a subject matter expert on thermo-mechanical processing of materials in area of specialty.
* Participate and lead in technical design and testing committees and provide insight and direction to ensure development initiatives are being solved for customer.
* Enhance inter-group interactions and teamwork to increase awareness of department capabilities and collaboration and identify key areas to enhance activities within the department to meet sponsor needs. Develop customer relationships.
* Oversee the successful execution (cost, schedule, environmental compliance, quality assurance, and safety) of assigned projects.
* Mentor and support peers and junior staff in technical growth.
*Minimum Requirements: *
* Level 3: Bachelor’s in Materials Science or Engineering and 5 years relevant experience. Master’s and 2 years. PhD and 2 years.
* Level 4: Bachelor’s Materials Science or Engineering and 9 years relevant experience. Master’s and 6 years. PhD and 4 years.
*Desired Experience*:
* Electrochemical testing
* Tape casting, screen printing, spray coating, ALD/Infiltration, sol-gel, sputtering
* Proposal writing, research publication drafting
* Solid oxide ion and proton conducting materials
*Job Information: *
* The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($91,008 - $186,588) / Level 4 ($109,260 - $223,908 ). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
* You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
* Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
*Benefits and Relocation
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* Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
* Paid time off (personal leave)
* Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
* Comprehensive Relocation Package
* Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
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**Job:** **Engineering*
**Organization:** **Energy & Environment Science & Technology (Bxxx)*
**Title:** *Ceramics Engineer*
**Location:** *ID-Idaho Falls*
**Requisition ID:** *22075*
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