Research Engineer
Core
Maintain laboratory equipment, prepare metallurgical samples, and perform mechanical evaluations (tensile, hardness, microstructural) to support process development and validation.
Role type
hands-on research engineer (materials/mechanical testing)
Builds
experimental procedures, test data, and validated material/process solutions
Domain
automotive manufacturing / materials science
Required skills
tensile testing, hardness testing, microstructural characterization, sample preparation (mounting, grinding, polishing), machine shop operations, data-driven problem solving, equipment calibration
Preferred skills
high volume manufacturing experience, prototype builds, production-oriented joining development
Technologies
tensile testing machines, hardness testers, microscopes, machine shop tools
Responsibilities
maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments, extract and prepare metallurgical samples, execute experimental procedures, document results and provide technical insights, operate machine shop tools
Seniority
Mid-level (3-5 years) to Senior (7+ years)