Materials R&D Lab Technician
Core
Execute high-temperature experiments using benchtop furnaces and instrumentation to develop novel materials for thermal energy storage systems.
Role type
Materials R&D Lab Technician
Builds
Novel materials for thermal energy storage systems
Domain
Energy storage / Materials Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-temperature equipment operation, Data acquisition (DAQ), Lab instrumentation, Sample preparation, Equipment maintenance, Lab safety compliance, Technical documentation
Preferred skills
High-temperature materials knowledge (carbon, graphite, ceramics), CAD interpretation, PLC programming, Python, Design of Experiments (DOE), Sample machining
Technologies
Benchtop furnaces, DAQ systems, Thermocouples, Spreadsheets, Databases, AI tools
Responsibilities
Operate and monitor high-temperature lab equipment; Install and configure data acquisition systems; Maintain detailed lab notebooks and test reports; Perform routine calibration and maintenance on lab tools; Ensure lab organization and safety compliance; Collaborate with engineers on test objectives and troubleshooting
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
