Student Employee: Materials Engineer

Rockwell Automation•Milwaukee, WI

7d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. This role is for a Materials Engineering lab technician who will be responsible for executing several tasks, tests, and experiments in a laboratory setting, under the direction of chemists and materials engineers. The technician will also be responsible for the regular maintenance of laboratory equipment and maintaining inventory of lab supplies. This is a year-round position where students typically work 15 hours per week during the school year and closer to 40 hours per week during the summer and breaks. The role is located on-site in Milwaukee, WI (Headquarters).

Requirements

Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.
Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with chemical and materials lab environment.
Materials Science Engineering major.
Previous internship experience.
Minimum Sophomore standing at an accredited college or university accredited (completed at least freshman year).
Basic electrical skills.
Work with hand and power tools.
Lift up to 50 pounds.
Can commit to part-time (10-15 hours) during the school year.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
Local to Milwaukee area.
Work in the role year round if needed.

Responsibilities

Perform setup and operation of product corrosion tests in simulated harsh industrial environments.
Perform post-test tear down analysis on exposed products and document the results.
Receive samples, and set up products for test.
Sample prep using machining or cutting equipment.
Use of lab equipment such as analytical balances.
Set up the test chamber(s) for specific environmental conditions.
Daily monitor both the test equipment and products under test for correct operation.
Ensure an uninterrupted supply of consumable lab supplies to avoid unnecessary test changes.
Disassemble products and perform post-test optical analysis.
Regular maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Maintaining inventory of lab supplies.