Lead Scientist - Ceramic Coatings

GE Vernova

Niskayuna, NY, US
$98,400.00 - $164,000.00; bonus eligibility: discr...
Advanced ceramic materials
Coating systems
Thermal barrier coating (tbc) systems
Lead research and development efforts focused on the design, optimization, and qualification of next-generation ceramic coatings with emphasis on thermal barrier coating (TBC) systems

Job Summary

  • Lead research and development efforts focused on the design, optimization, and qualification of next-generation ceramic coatings with emphasis on thermal barrier coating (TBC) systems.
  • Design and optimize coating chemistries, including dopant selection, phase stabilization strategies, and compositional tailoring to enhance thermal stability, sintering resistance, toughness, and resistance to extreme environment.
  • GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

Matching Summary

Lead research and development efforts focused on the design, optimization, and qualification of next-generation ceramic coatings with emphasis on thermal barrier coating (TBC) systems.

Salary

$98,400.00 - $164,000.00; Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plan, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, permissive time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • advanced ceramic materials
  • coating systems
  • thermal barrier coating (TBC) systems
  • ceramic chemistry expertise
  • high-temperature degradation mechanisms

Nice-to-have

  • computational thermodynamics (CALPHAD)
  • materials modeling tools
  • writing winning proposals
  • academic collaboration
  • disruptive technology efforts

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, or related discipline with at least 5 years of experience
  • Masters in Materials Science & Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, or related discipline with at least 7 years of experience
  • US Citizenship required for security clearance
  • Ability to obtain US Government Security Clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

Tailored Resume

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