Qualifications: • BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field • Good organizational skills and attention to detail. • Knowledge or working experience with polymers is preferred. • Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments. • Prior experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred. • Experience with LabVIEW, and CAD software is a plus. • Experience with surface profilometry, and other micro-analysis techniques is a plus. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities. • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. new grad would be considered onsite role only, no remote option. lab coat, safety glass and safety shoes
Responsibilities: • Conduct wear and friction tribology experiments, by operating various instruments and equipment in the lab. • Interpret and analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward. • Characterize material structure and performance, using various microscopic and spectroscopic techniques, including: Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Laser-Scanning Confocal Microscopy, Surface Profilometry, and Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). • Properly document and report all experimental data. Present findings and results at team meetings. • Prepare and press samples for tribology testing. Coordinate machining of test samples, and test fixtures. • Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments. Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs. • Participate and follow all DuPont safety policies and best practices. Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation. • Order and purchase supplies when needed. Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory. • Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations.