Research Engineer Assistant, Materials & Structures (PREP)

Technical University of Denmark; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University seeks a PREP Research Associate to join the National Institute of Standards and Technology PREP program, supporting the Materials and Structural Systems Division in the Engineering Laboratory with hands-on work on 3D concrete printing, high-temperature tensile tests, and large-scale material testing.

You will work under supervision to develop test plans, collect and analyze data, and assist with safety reviews, equipment maintenance, and procurement of lab tools and

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Python, LabVIEW, AutoCAD, Inventor, or MTS TestSuite for supporting experimental work.
• Ability to operate lab tools and equipment safely in a lab setting.
• Ability to work without close supervision in a team environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support lab equipment operation and maintenance.
• Assist with lab clean-up and safety inspections.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop schedules and test plans.
• Collect data and refine project designs; perform data analysis.
• Assist with market research for lab tools and procurements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Python

LabVIEW

AutoCAD

Inventor

MTS TestSuite

Job description

Johns Hopkins University seeks a PREP Research Associate to join the National Institute of Standards and Technology PREP program, supporting the Materials and Structural Systems Division in the Engineering Laboratory with hands-on work on 3D concrete printing, high-temperature tensile tests, and large-scale material testing.

You will work under supervision to develop test plans, collect and analyze data, and assist with safety reviews, equipment maintenance, and procurement of lab tools and