Advanced Characterization Technologist - Mechanical and Thermal Analysis

Qnity; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity in Newark, Delaware seeks a Technologist to join the Advanced Characterization Group. You will own mechanical and thermal characterization methods, develop and validate analytical workflows, and collaborate with Scientists and Engineers to support product development and manufacturing challenges.

The role emphasizes independent problem-solving, data-driven decisions using JMP/Minitab, and maintaining rigorous QA records in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical and thermal testing in industrial, academic, or internship settings.
• Ability to solve problems independently with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication across diverse teams and collaboration.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods.
• Commitment to safe laboratory practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical owner for assigned mechanical and thermal characterization equipment and methods.
• Independently develop, optimize, validate, document, and execute analytical methods with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Operate, maintain, qualify, and troubleshoot analytical equipment with rigorous QC practices.
• Interpret method performance, identify trends, and communicate findings and recommendations.
• Design experiments with Scientists and Engineers to support product development and manufacturing challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve method capability, efficiency, data quality, and equipment reliability.
• Resolve equipment- and method-specific problems and engage broader expertise as needed.
• Maintain high-quality procedures, method-development reports, equipment records, and lab notebooks; provide training as needed.
• Utilize JMP or Minitab to support data-driven decisions; communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Work safely in an R&D environment and participate in site safety programs.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Thermal testing

Statistical methods

Data analysis tools

Python or MATLAB

Communication & collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Python

MATLAB

SharePoint

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.

At Qnity, we're more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we're a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Position Overview

Qnity's Chemical Mechanical Planarization Technologies (CMPT) business is seeking a highly motivated Technologist to join the Advanced Characterization Group in Newark, Delaware. The successful candidate will provide hands‑on technical expertise in mechanical and thermal characterization, independently leading method development, optimization, and equipment ownership for assigned analytical capabilities.

This position is well suited for a candidate who combines strong scientific fundamentals with practical laboratory capabilities and who is interested in developing progressively deeper technical expertise and broader capability ownership. The successful candidate will collaborate with Scientists, Engineers, and other Technologists to support product development, customer needs, and manufacturing challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical owner for assigned mechanical and thermal characterization equipment and methods.
• Independently develop, optimize, validate, document, and execute analytical methods, frequently with little or no day‑to‑day oversight.
• Operate, maintain, qualify, and troubleshoot assigned analytical equipment while ensuring reliable performance through rigorous quality‑control practices.
• Independently interpret method performance, identify trends and anomalies, and communicate clear findings and recommendations.
• Design and execute experiments in collaboration with Scientists and Engineers to support product development, customer needs, and manufacturing challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve method capability, efficiency, data quality, and equipment reliability.
• Resolve equipment‑and‑method‑specific technical problems and engage broader technical expertise when challenges extend beyond the assigned capability.
• Maintain high‑quality procedures, method‑development reports, equipment records, electronic data, and laboratory notebooks. Provide method or equipment training as needed.
• Utilize statistical tools (e.g., JMP, Minitab) to support data‑driven decisions.
• Communicate technical findings, limitations, and recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Work safely in an R&D environment, actively participate in company and site safety programs.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical and thermal testing, gained through industrial work, academic research, internships, or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams.
• Working knowledge of statistical methods.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe laboratory practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in the electronics or semiconductor industry.
• Knowledge of polymer physics and the thermomechanical properties of polyurethanes, thermosets, or porous composite structures.
• Experience with Python or MATLAB, or comparable scientific computing for data processing, analysis, visualization, automation, or modeling.
• Familiarity with data systems, databases, and collaborative platforms such as SharePoint.

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.

Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

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