About this role
Polymer Characterization Engineer
The Product Design Polymers Team is looking for an experienced polymer characterization engineer/scientist to join the Polymer Engineering group within Product Design department.
Responsibilities
- Perform polymer characterization techniques, such as rheology, DMA, FTIR, TGA, DSC, GPC, TMA, tensile testing, creep, fatigue, falling dart impact, chemical resistance testing, optical microscopy, laser interferometry and surface energy measurements. Ability to execute testing beyond standardized protocols (e.g. ASTM, ISO)
- Drive hands-on scientific studies of material performance, from DOE plan, to operating characterization instrumentation and analyzing final data
- Collaborate with material engineers, finite element analysis specialists and product designers in order develop new characterization methods in order to better predict material performance in final products.
- Work with material engineers to develop test plans for new material investigations, as well as failure analysis.
- Analyze test results and create presentations to communicate results to an engineering audience with a range of polymer knowledge from novice to expert.
- Manage, prioritize, and execute multiple test requests per week.
- Develop collaborative relationships with instrument suppliers, material suppliers, external laboratories and universities to learn about new characterization methods and instrument capabilities.
Job Qualifications:
-
MS required, preferably in polymer chemistry or material science.
-
Advanced knowledge of the structure-property relationships in polymers that govern mechanical performance, material aesthetics, and overall function
-
Experience using analytical test equipment mentioned above.
-
Excellent housekeeping and lab management practices.
-
Experience handling chemicals such as adhesives, solvents, liquid nitrogen and mild acids.
-
Experience in organizing, performing statistical analysis and presentation of material characterization data.
-
Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary.
-
Estimated Min Rate: $60.00
-
Estimated Max Rate: $75.00
-
What’s In It for You? We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
-
Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
-
Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
-
Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
-
MetLife Voluntary Benefits
-
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-
401K Retirement Savings Plan
-
Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
-
Referral Bonus Programs
-
Certification and training opportunities
-
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
-
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.