Research Materials Engineer

LLNL•Livermore, CA

24d•$146,340 - $222,564•Onsite

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking multiple Research Materials Engineers to join the Materials Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering Directorate. These roles involve collaborating with a team of engineers and scientists to process, design, and characterize materials for national security applications. The work includes applying analytical methods to study unique material properties and developing advanced manufacturing techniques. Significant on-site presence is required due to the nature of the work. Positions will be filled at either the SES.2 or SES.3 level based on experience and qualifications, with additional responsibilities assigned at the higher level.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a US DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: material formulation, additive manufacturing/3D printing, finite element analysis, and material characterization.
Demonstrated ability as an innovative experimentalist with a broad range of experience in experimental design, techniques, and execution.
Proven ability to develop independent research projects, as evidenced by publications or presentations to a technical audience.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information clearly.
Strong initiative and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Significant experience working effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment (SES.3 level).
Experience using standard project management practices and a proven ability to meet schedules and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with varying priorities (SES.3 level).
Experience leading project teams, demonstrating proficiency in interpersonal interactions and the ability to solve problems as they arise (SES.3 level).

Nice To Haves

Master’s or PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience with analytical and computational modeling and simulation, and data analysis.
Experience with material characterization and mechanical testing, rheology, or designing material processing systems.
Experience with programming languages such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
Experience designing CAD and assembling hardware for standard and automated systems, with a skill set in mechatronics and automation.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and development in materials processing, material modeling, microscale material testing, or materials characterization.
Design, implement, and analyze moderately complex techniques in the aforementioned areas.
Organize, analyze, and present research data.
Contribute to and participate in the conception, design, and execution of research to address defined problems.
Pursue independent research interests and interact with a broad range of scientists and engineers.
Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
Publish research results in internal reports and peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals.
Present results at external conferences, seminars, and/or technical meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Independently resolve technical objectives and criteria to satisfy project objectives and execute appropriate technical approaches (SES.3 level).
Apply advanced technical knowledge and methodologies to guide the successful completion of project and organizational goals, serving as the primary technical contact on tasks and projects (SES.3 level).
Collaborate with technical area leaders, project leaders, and program management to represent technical capabilities and project results to internal management and external sponsors (SES.3 level).