Senior Research Engineer — Lead Major Projects

Mississippi State University; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi State University is seeking Research Engineers at various levels (I, II, III, Senior) to join the Advanced Composites Institute. Responsibilities vary from solving specific problems and conducting experiments to managing significant projects and pioneering research. Successful candidates will possess a B.S. in Engineering and have varying levels of experience based on the position. The role requires excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and technical skills. Opportunities for professional development and active participation in research communities are available.

Qualifications

• Research Engineer I: Less than one year in a related area.
• Research Engineer II: Two years professional experience in a related area.
• Research Engineer III: Four years professional experience in a related area.
• Senior Research Engineer: Six or more years professional experience in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Solve well-defined problems and perform specific portions of broader projects.
• Conduct experiments and tests, recording observations and data.
• Manage multiple projects with sophisticated planning techniques.
• Conceive and conduct research in complex problem areas.

Skills

Research methodology

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Collaboration

Project management

Technical writing

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Job description

Mississippi State University is seeking Research Engineers at various levels (I, II, III, Senior) to join the Advanced Composites Institute. Responsibilities vary from solving specific problems and conducting experiments to managing significant projects and pioneering research. Successful candidates will possess a B.S. in Engineering and have varying levels of experience based on the position. The role requires excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and technical skills. Opportunities for professional development and active participation in research communities are available.