Target Fabrication and Materials Characterization Technologist

About the role

The Laboratory Technologist will support target fabrication, precision component assembly, metallography, sample preparation, and microscopy within the Materials Science Division’s (MSD) Materials Characterization Center (MCC).

Responsibilities

• Perform moderately complex to complex target fabrication, precision assembly, metallography, and materials characterization activities, including sample preparation, polishing, and optical microscopy.
• Utilize microscopes and optical coordinate measuring machines to perform dimensional inspection and metrology of precision components.
• Operate computer-controlled and manually operated assembly stations and other laboratory instrumentation.
• Prepare, assemble, and analyze one-of-a-kind samples and components, including hazardous materials such as beryllium and radioactive materials, while following detailed instructions, drawings, and specifications.
• Interact effectively with resident staff and other engineering, scientific, technical, and administrative personnel from a variety of organizations.
• Maintain a high level of administrative and on-the-job training required for work in hazardous environments, cleanroom settings, and with hazardous materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Achieve a minimum of an Associate degree in Chemistry, Materials, Electronics, Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience in materials science, sample preparation, target fabrication, precision engineering fabrication, metrology, or related laboratory functions.
• Broad understanding of materials science and/or materials engineering concepts, including sample preparation, polishing techniques, and optical microscopy.
• Experience with precision engineering materials fabrication, metrology, and assembly of precision components.
• Experience operating computers, instrumentation, assembly stations, microscopes, and metrology equipment to collect, analyze, and document scientific results.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write and record precise information and interact effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to read and understand detailed instructions, drawings, specifications, and analytical ability to diagnose and correct operational problems in equipment and tests.

Qualifications

• Advanced specialized technical expertise in one or more areas of chemistry, materials science, engineering, or microfabrication.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex microfabrication problems.
• Significant experience with advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to develop creative solutions to complex problems.
• Advanced administrative and organizational skills include the use of computers and software such as MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar applications.
• Experience working with hazardous materials, and ability and willingness to work with complex conditions involving gloveboxes, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Experience with additional materials preparation and characterization tools such hardness testing, electropolishing, ion milling, vacuum coating, white-light interferometry, and density measurements.
• Experience with instrument maintenance and design and fabrication of simple fixtures.
• Experience with scanning electron microscopy techniques, including hands-on SEM operation.

Pay

$43.55 - $63.97 Hourly
$43.55 - $53.36 Hourly for the 504.2 level
$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly for the 504.3 level

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.