Materials Characterization Engineer
Core
Lead materials analysis and characterization for rare-earth permanent magnet R&D and production, integrating findings into engineering plans and developing reliable testing capabilities.
Role type
Senior IC Materials Characterization Engineer
Builds
Rare-earth permanent magnets for defense, aerospace, and automotive industries
Domain
Materials Science / Metallurgy / Rare-Earth Magnets
Required skills
Materials characterization, Optical microscopy, SEM/EDS, ICP-OES, Combustion and inert gas fusion analysis, Particle sizing, Powder rheometry, XRD, DSC, Method development and validation, Quality control practices, Equipment troubleshooting, Laboratory safety compliance
Preferred skills
Metallurgy and microscopy expertise, Rare-earth alloys knowledge, Powder metallurgy, Sintering, Heat treatment, Protective coatings, Corrosion evaluation, Fracture analysis, ASTM methods, Statistical experimental design, AS9100 or ISO/IEC 17025 quality systems
Technologies
SEM, EDS, ICP-OES, LECO, ELTRA, XRD, DSC
Responsibilities
Define characterization plans for process development and product qualification, Perform and guide characterization using various analytical methods, Lead method development and transfer to routine testing, Establish calibration and quality-control practices, Review reports and procedures, Develop practical improvements to fixtures and test setups, Promote safe chemical and powder handling and data integrity
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC