Materials Scientist

Battelle Memorial Institute; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed work schedule

Hybrid work model with 60% in-office /

Time off to recharge

401(k) with 5% company match

Tuition assistance

Diverse benefits package

Job summary

Battelle Memorial Institute is seeking a Senior Materials Scientist/Engineer III to support the MMPDS program, analyzing metal mechanical properties data and coordinating bi-annual meetings with a cross-disciplinary team. You will mentor junior staff and support proposal and business development efforts.

You will interact with internal and external clients, present findings at technical conferences, and travel roughly 10% as needed while contributing to IR&D studies and program coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field.
• 10+ years in a safety-focused industry such as aerospace, nuclear, or power generation with experience in structural design.
• Experience with metal mechanical characterization testing of conventional/process intensive materials or joining systems as documented in MMPDS.
• Subject Matter Expert level in at least two of Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, Fatigue Crack Growth, Mechanical Testing, Metal Additive Manufacturing.
• Technical Writing & Presenting.
• Strong communications skills are essential.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metal mechanical properties data per MMPDS guidelines.
• Write, review, and present MMPDS Agenda Items at bi-annual meetings.
• Analyze non-metal mechanical properties data per CMH-17 guidelines.
• Support client projects generating mechanical properties to meet industry needs.
• Oversee, mentor, and train lower level staff.
• Build relationships with internal and external clients; present research results at conferences.

Skills

Fatigue

Fracture Mechanics

Mechanical Testing

Metal Additive Manufacturing

Technical Writing

Presenting

Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

The Materials Scientist/Engineer III will be supporting Battelle’s Metallic Material Properties Development and Standardization (MMPDS) Program, focusing on various working groups including bi-annual MMPDS General Coordination Committee meetings. The successful candidate will work with a cross-disciplinary project team spanning multiple engineering and science disciplines analyzing and interpreting metal mechanical properties data per MMPDS guidelines for inclusion into the MMPDS Handbook. We seek a candidate with the ability to support proposal and business development efforts and providing mentoring and training to junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assignments with minimal oversight analyzing material data submitted to the MMPDS program.

• Analyze and interpret metal mechanical properties data per MMPDS guidelines.

• Write, review, and present MMPDS Agenda Items at bi-annual meetings.

• Analyze and interpret non-metal mechanical properties data per CMH-17 guidelines.

• Support client projects generating mechanical properties to meet the needs of their industry.

• Build relationships with internal and external clients. Present research results at relevant technical conferences.

• Contribute to IR&D studies.

• Support proposal and business development efforts led by others.

• Assist with coordination of and participation in Battelle sponsored conferences, including bi-annual MMPDS General Coordination Committee meetings

• Participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, industry committee meetings, and other forums to increase company visibility. Travel ~10%

• Oversee, mentor, and train lower level staff.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant technical field.

• 10+ years in a safety focused industry such as aerospace, nuclear, or power generation with experience in structural design.

• Experience with metal mechanical characterization testing of conventional/process intensive materials or joining systems as documented in MMPDS.

• Subject Matter Expert level in at least two of the following: Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, Fatigue Crack Growth, Mechanical Testing, Metal Additive Manufacturing

• Technical Writing & Presenting

• Strong communications skills are essential

• Knowledge of aerospace regulatory requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace experience working for either a government regulator (FAA, DOD, DOE, NASA) or in commercial, defense, material producer, or space at any level of the supply chain.

• Experience with non-metal mechanical characterization testing per CMH-17.

• Experience working with government clients.

• Knowledge of at least two of the following: Acceptance Testing, Damage Tolerant Design, Friction Stir Welding, Statistical Analysis

Salary Range & Compensation

• Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $81,000 to $116,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Partner with world‑class experts in a collaborative environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran‑status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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