Engineering Mechanical Engineer
Core
Conduct material analysis (microstructure, chemical composition, failure mechanisms) using advanced microscopy and spectroscopy to support automotive R&D projects.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical/materials engineer (failure analysis & characterization)
Builds
Material analysis reports, failure mechanism schemes, and design best practices for automotive components.
Domain
Automotive industry + Materials Science
Required skills
Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Electron Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS), Optical microscopy, Sample preparation (cutting, polishing, metallization), Chemical delineation, Project management, Technical reporting
Preferred skills
3D X-ray analysis, CSAM, Failure mechanism modeling, Technology watch, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
SEM, EDS, Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Electron Dispersive Spectroscopy, 3D XRAY, CSAM, Gold/Palladium/Carbon metallization, Colloidal silica, Diamond paste
Responsibilities
Analyze job requests and define analysis protocols with laboratories; Prepare and process samples (cutting, polishing, metallization); Perform macroscopic and microscopic inspections; Analyze results and identify additional investigation needs; Propose solutions to improve efficiency and reduce issues; Define best practices and design rules; Provide analysis reports and support project teams.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC
