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Technical Associate Staff Member - Metals Additive Manufacturing

Knoxville Technology Council · Knoxville, TN · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

We are seeking a candidate with a background and experience in metals deposition sciences with applications to advanced manufacturing (AM) technologies such as powder bed metal additive manufacturing and directed energy deposition. The role resides in the Deposition Science and Technology Group at the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) in the Manufacturing Sciences Division (MSD), Energy Sciences and Technology Directorate (ESTD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

About the role

As part of our research team, you will be based at the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) and work alongside a diverse team of scientists on the development of materials, equipment, and processing techniques to improve the reliability of AM processes. This includes in-situ process monitoring, data analytics, and routine machine maintenance. You will support senior technical staff leading research programs in additive manufacturing, utilize software tools to analyze data for reports and presentations, and collaborate to meet project milestones.

Responsibilities

  • Perform additive manufacturing tasks under direction of principal investigators
  • Perform and analyze experiments establishing correlations between process, structure, and properties
  • Operate additive manufacturing systems to execute experiments
  • Characterize samples by standard metallography and mechanical testing techniques
  • Communicate frequently and effectively to all team members
  • Compile, present, and report research results to team members and collaborative partners
  • Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements
  • Maintain strong dedication to the implementation and perpetuation of values and ethics

Requirements

  • BS in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field and at least two years of relevant experience
  • Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing metal deposition technologies
  • Experience in mechanical testing principles
  • Experience in characterization of metallic materials

Qualifications

  • Experience in the principles of additive manufacturing
  • Hands-on experience with laser and electron beam powder bed additive manufacturing systems and working knowledge of instrument nuances
  • Experience in performing and analyzing in-situ process monitoring within additive manufacturing environments
  • Background and knowledge of metallurgy of high temperature structural materials
  • Programming experience in scripting languages such as Python or Matlab
  • Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory
  • Hands-on experience in the mechanical testing of metallic materials and associated theory
  • Experience with destructive characterization and identification of metal alloy microstructures and underlying theory
  • Certification in materials characterization
  • Experience in performing nondestructive characterization of materials
  • Hands-on experience with computed tomography systems
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to changing needs

Special Requirements

For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year (marijuana and cannabis derivatives are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws).

For Foreign National Candidates: If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

Benefits

  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Contributory Pension Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Generous Vacation and Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Educational Assistance
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities
  • Flexible work hours

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