Materials Research, Metallurgy & Failure Analysis Laboratory Technologist

ExxonMobil • Houston, TX

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About The Position

ExxonMobil Engineering and Technology Company in Spring, Texas, is looking for a HALO Laboratory Technologist to provide physical testing laboratory support in metallurgy and failure analysis. This role involves supporting the Upstream and Product Solutions business lines by conducting materials lab work for metallurgical research and failure analyses, all while maintaining high safety standards.

Requirements

• A degree in material science or metallurgy is desired.
• Mechanical aptitude is required as this is a lab technician position.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Material Science/Testing Lab is desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Able to work and learn in areas or disciplines that differ from educational/work experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team environment while independently conducting materials research projects and failure analysis.
• Collaborate with materials engineers and affiliates to develop lab objectives and testing plans.
• Manually handle materials, operate equipment, and troubleshoot mechanical tasks.
• Apply metallographic and microscopic techniques (optical and SEM) to facilitate microstructural analysis.
• Conduct hardness, micro-hardness, and field hardness testing techniques.
• Perform NDE (i.e. PT, MT, UT) inspection methods in support of research and failure analysis efforts.
• Carry out sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching of metallurgical samples.
• Conduct direct cause failure analysis using standard laboratory methods to determine failure mechanism and material characterization.
• Test out new emerging technologies in the field at third parties or XOM business units.
• Maintain lab equipment, lab supplies, and lab spaces.

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
• Savings Plan: Company will contribute a 7% match if you contribute at least 6%.
• Workplace Flexibility: Programs such as 'Flex your Day' for ad-hoc flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Confidential professional counseling for you and your family.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree