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TechDigital Group

Technologist - Research & Development

TechDigital Group, Wilmington, Delaware, us, 19894

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Job #: 24-02816 Pay Rate: 30.00-30.00 $/hour Job type: Location: Wilmington, DE Qualifications BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or related field

Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Knowledge or working experience with polymers is preferred

Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments

Prior experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred

Experience with LabVIEW, and CAD software is a plus

Experience with surface profilometry, and other micro-analysis techniques is a plus

Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities

Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills

New grads will be considered; onsite role only, no remote option

PPE: lab coat, safety glasses and safety shoes

Responsibilities Conduct wear and friction tribology experiments, by operating various instruments and equipment in the lab

Interpret and analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward

Characterize material structure and performance, using various microscopic and spectroscopic techniques, including: Optical Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Laser-Scanning Confocal Microscopy, Surface Profilometry, and Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)

Properly document and report all experimental data. Present findings and results at team meetings

Prepare and press samples for tribology testing. Coordinate machining of test samples, and test fixtures

Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments. Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs

Participate and follow all DuPont safety policies and best practices. Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation

Order and purchase supplies when needed. Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory

Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations

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