Materials Lab Chemist - ICP/OES & Powder Analysis

Divergent; New Mexico; On-site; USD 55,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic compensation package

Wellness and paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Divergent is seeking a skilled materials laboratory professional to perform comprehensive chemical analyses of powders and metals, including ICP-OES, Spark-OES, and Leco. You will contribute to method development, maintain lab inventory, and ensure quality control across additive manufacturing processes.

The role requires 5+ years in a chemical analysis lab, ability to work with hazardous chemicals, and comfort with a startup manufacturing pace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in chemical analysis of metals (ICP-OES, Spark-OES, Leco).
• Experience in a laboratory environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to access information and technology subject to US export controls.

Responsibilities

• Execute powder sampling and testing to confirm powder quality.
• Analyze metals, powders, and adhesives.
• Develop methods for ICP-OES and digestion and perform particle size distribution testing.
• Perform humidity and moisture testing, SEM, DSC, FTIR.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory consumables and chemicals.

Skills

Laboratory environment

Microsoft Office

Quality control

Education

College degree in chemistry/metallurgy/materials or related

Tools

ICP-OES

Spark OES

Leco

Job description

Divergent is seeking a skilled materials laboratory professional to perform comprehensive chemical analyses of powders and metals, including ICP-OES, Spark-OES, and Leco. You will contribute to method development, maintain lab inventory, and ensure quality control across additive manufacturing processes.

The role requires 5+ years in a chemical analysis lab, ability to work with hazardous chemicals, and comfort with a startup manufacturing pace.