Job Description
About Us
NeoGraf has been the world leader in the industry for more than 140 years, developing the most comprehensive graphite solutions since 1881. Our products are the reason why some of today's most technologically advanced products are able to perform and work the way they do. Our depth of knowledge, training, understanding and discipline is unmatched in the market, and there's no stopping where we can go from here.
Primary Job Function
To perform complex and varied tasks to accomplish research technical programs, working with guidelines from Research Scientist.
Description of Responsibilities
Operate test equipment safely and proficiently and conduct testing as required by research needs and customer requirements.
Perform duties of prototype technologist on an as required basis.
Performs teardowns and experiments and accomplishes work assignments independently.
Sets up, operates, and dismantles a variety of laboratory and pilot plant equipment.
Discusses unusual phenomena and expresses opinions to Research Scientist. Utilizes innovative approaches to solve problems. Develops new techniques and procedures.
Keeps informed concerning external scientific developments via literature searches and seminars.
Maintains laboratory notebook (or computer files), including equipment and conditions used, specific details concerning experiments, observations, results obtained, conclusions, etc.
Uses statistical principles and experimental design where practicable.
Communicates effectively, orally or in writing with a variety of professionals, peers, and service providers. Gives oral presentations concerning research activities as requested.
Support the transfer of developed processes or technologies to pilot-scale or production-scale operations as required.
Travels independently to customers' production facilities to conduct plant trials or perform field test observations that may include set-up and calibration of testing equipment.
Knowledge and Skills
Bachelor's degree in science or engineering (chemical/mechanical) or equivalent experience.
1-5 years of research or development experience involving laboratory experiments; use of instrumentation, processing or equipment design; or equivalent.
Knowledge and Skills (Continued)
An in-depth knowledge of laboratory procedures and equipment.
Working knowledge of experimental design procedures.
Good communication skills, orally and writing.
Good presentation skills.
Proficient in computer software applications.
Excellent mechanical skills.
An in-depth knowledge of science as practiced in Research & Development laboratories.
Self-starter having inquisitive skill.
Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail work.
Must be flexible and responsive to changing work environment.
Works effectively in a team environment.
Working Conditions
Non climate-controlled factory environment, as well as Laboratory Environment; Concrete flooring that may be slippery at times due to graphite. Frequent lifting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping is required as part of this position. Exposure to audible and visual alarms, lights, etc. PPE may be required as appropriate.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience along with the opportunity to join a well-established organization. If you thrive in a challenging, industrial environment and have a proven track record in achieving results, we invite you to come shape the world with us!
For immediate consideration, please apply via our Careers page at . For additional information about NeoGraf Solutions, please visit our website at .
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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