Tribochemistry Co-Op: Emulsion Lab and Surface Science

Novelis Group; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Novelis is a world leader in aluminum recycling and rolling, headquartered in Atlanta, GA. The Surface science team in Kennesaw invites a Tribochemistry Co-Op for a ~5 month May 2027 start to develop lab methods and study emulsion chemistry effects on tribological performance and surface chemistry.

The role focuses on preparing emulsions, performing DoE experiments, conducting tribological tests, and reporting findings.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate (Junior or Senior preferred) or graduate students pursuing degrees in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Enrolled in an accredited 4-year undergraduate or 2-year masters program.
• Strong academic foundation in chemistry, materials science, or mechanics.
• Hands-on laboratory experience, including sample preparation and experimental testing.
• Ability to work independently in a research environment.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain emulsion formulations under controlled laboratory conditions.
• Design and execute experiments (DoE) to simulate emulsion aging under operating conditions.
• Conduct tribological testing and emulsion characterization.
• Perform characterization of aluminum surface resulted from emulsion study using analytical techniques to assess changes in surface morphology and chemistry.
• Analyze experimental results and summarize findings in technical reports and presentations

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Independent work capability

Strong written and verbal comunicação

Analytical thinking

Education

Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Novelis is a world leader in aluminum recycling and rolling, headquartered in Atlanta, GA. The Surface science team in Kennesaw invites a Tribochemistry Co-Op for a ~5 month May 2027 start to develop lab methods and study emulsion chemistry effects on tribological performance and surface chemistry.

The role focuses on preparing emulsions, performing DoE experiments, conducting tribological tests, and reporting findings.