Materials R&D Engineer - Electrification Lab

HCLTech; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 4,872,571; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Material Scientist to conduct tests and analyze materials. The role requires a Bachelor's in Materials Science or Engineering and 5+ years of industry experience, focusing on mechanical, thermal, and aging tests. This full-time position is based in Chillicothe, Illinois, and necessitates hands-on lab work and collaboration with internal clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Materials Science or Engineering required.
• Master’s preferred with relevant lab experience.
• 5+ years of industry experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical, thermal, and aging tests on non-metallics.
• Evaluate new materials and report findings.
• Define testing needs with internal clients.
• Provide status updates via PowerPoint and meetings.
• Hands-on testing in materials and chemical labs.

Skills

Familiarity with microscopes

Hardness testing

Mechanical testing

Metallurgical lab equipment

Experience with non-ferrous materials

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Materials Science or Engineering

Master's preferred

PhD not preferred

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Material Scientist to conduct tests and analyze materials. The role requires a Bachelor's in Materials Science or Engineering and 5+ years of industry experience, focusing on mechanical, thermal, and aging tests. This full-time position is based in Chillicothe, Illinois, and necessitates hands-on lab work and collaboration with internal clients.