Research & Development Technologist (Chemical Engineering) - On-Board Companies
Wilmington, DE 19803
About the Job
On-Board Scientific is hiring a Research & Development Technologist (Chemical Engineering) in Wilmington, DE
For immediate consideration please send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com
Subject Line: Position Title and State you are located
For immediate consideration please send your resume to resumes@onboardusa.com
Subject Line: Position Title and State you are located
About Us:
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.
Position Details:
Title: Research & Development Technologist (Chemical Engineering)
Position Type: 1 year contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need
Job Location: Wilmington, DE
Shift: 1st shift
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 Client 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.
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.
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.
The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”
On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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