Senior Ceramic Engineer - Elysis

Alcoa

New Kensington, PA, United States
Materials chemistry
Microstructures
Failure mechanisms
Initiates and leads R&D projects, defines objectives and work plan, and conducts research that advances scientific knowledge for the improvement of breakthrough materials in advanced smelting processes

Job Summary

  • Initiates and leads R&D projects, defines objectives and work plan, and conducts research that advances scientific knowledge for the improvement of breakthrough materials in advanced smelting processes.
  • Fosters collaborative relationships within and between work groups, including external work-groups and stakeholders.
  • Diligently communicates progress and results through written detailed technical reports, presentations, patents, and publications.

Matching Summary

Initiates and leads R&D projects, defines objectives and work plan, and conducts research that advances scientific knowledge for the improvement of breakthrough materials in advanced smelting processes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • materials chemistry
  • microstructures
  • failure mechanisms
  • materials processing
  • property analysis and characterization
  • root cause problem solving
  • ceramic processing

Nice-to-have

  • interpersonal and communication skills
  • team environment
  • minimal supervision
  • disciplined execution
  • environmental, health, and safety awareness

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors in Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramics Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of work experience
  • Previous experience in ceramic processing
  • Experience with mixed oxide and or refractory materials

Work Rights

Not specified

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