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Principal Research Engineer - Materials Discovery Research Institute

Skokie, IL💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-18 → 2026-09-25

Core

Design, build, and deploy prototype, pilot-scale, and demonstration systems to advance novel materials from laboratory concepts to real-world application, supporting global safety and sustainability.

Role type

Principal Research Engineer (Materials Discovery & Testing Systems)

Builds

Prototype, pilot-scale, and demonstration systems for novel materials

Domain

Materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, renewable energy, carbon capture, energy storage

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

materials development, testing, scale-up, process safety methodologies (HAZOP, FMEA), system design, construction, commissioning, startup, operation, strategic planning, technology evaluation, capital investment guidance, data integrity management, technical mentorship

Preferred skills

none stated

Technologies

LIMS, data repositories

Responsibilities

Design, build, and deploy prototype, pilot-scale, and demonstration systems; Lead complex technical programs meeting schedule and budget objectives; Define technical strategy and engineering standards; Build strategic relationships with external partners; Mentor and develop technical staff; Drive data integrity through LIMS and data-driven tools; Present research findings externally; Apply process safety methodologies to identify hazards and mitigate risks

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship

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