Senior Ceramic Engineer - Elysis

Alcoa Corporation

New Kensington, PA, United States
Breakthrough materials development
Materials chemistry and microstructures
Materials processing and characterization
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

  • breakthrough materials development
  • materials chemistry and microstructures
  • materials processing and characterization
  • root cause problem solving
  • laboratory and pilot scale applications
  • ceramic processing experience

Nice-to-have

  • environmental footprint reduction
  • oxygen byproduct generation
  • collaborative work environment
  • mentoring junior staff
  • stakeholder communication

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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