Fracture Mechanics/Environmentally-Assisted Cracking Engineer

Essential Functions

• Develop externally funded and internal R&D projects to drive industry-altering technology innovation solutions and objectives
• Lead technical dialogue with customers, particularly key or high-value accounts, to identify and mature project opportunities
• Write proposals that meet clients’ technical needs and provide a clear value proposition
• Serve as technical liaison for key accounts specific to your area of expertise
• Affiliate with the promotion of EWI’s technical capabilities through publications, conferences, technical committees, and marketing content development
• Develop a strong pipeline of project work to ensure technology sustainability at EWI
• Provide technical oversight during project execution to ensure appropriate technical approaches are employed, takes responsibility for quality of results and deliverables to clients (including reports)
• Prepare client reports and present project results to clients for larger or more visible projects
• Stay current with industry trends and technical advancements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong foundation in material sciences and fracture mechanics with an understanding of environmental impacts on material performance and structural integrity
• Deep working knowledge in engineering disciplines such as: fracture mechanics, environmentally-assisted cracking, corrosion/materials degradation, and failure analysis
• Working knowledge in complimentary technologies such as: mechanical and metallurgical testing methods, thermophysical modeling, and non-destructive evaluation (NDE) methods
• Experience or familiarity with testing and engineering assessment of materials under specific environmental conditions (aqueous corrosion, sour environments, H2, CO2)
• Deep working knowledge of how to apply relevant codes and standards: ASTM, ASME, API, AWS, ISO, etc.
• Proficiency in executing scientific research and performing experimental analysis
• Existing understanding of technical challenges in key markets including, but not limited to, oil and gas, power generation, heavy manufacturing, and automotive industries
• Utilizes judgment in communication styles and behaviors; recognizes impact on other team members
• Exhibits proficient written and verbal communication with customers both internal and external
• Proven adaptability and flexibility as a part of team
• Strong ability to plan and organize tasks
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Willingness to travel (10%) to customer's and conferences

Physical Requirements

• Office environment and laboratory/light production floor with ventilation, climate-control system, moderate lighting, and moderate noise level
• Use finger and hand dexterity to type, adjust, move, handle, perform, operate, install, attach, remove, apply, grasp, grip, manipulate, and measure
• Frequent movement, transport, rotation, reach, pull, twist, adjust position, push, stand, stoop, bend and crouch
• Lift ten to 20 pounds on a frequent basis and 40 to 80 pounds occasionally

Education

• Minimum of B.S. in Material Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy or related field
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) preferred

Experience

• Minimum five (5) or more years of industrial or R&D experience