Materials Engineer

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field and at least 4-6 years of related post-PhD experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" / "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Established reputation and relationships with other national and international researchers in materials related working, including development and characterization.
• Experience identifying synergetic collaborations between experimental and modeling activities within, and external, to organizations where researcher has previously (or currently) worked.
• Experience meeting the technical goals of partner internal and external to organizations where the researcher has previously or currently worked.
• Demonstrated experience building and leading effective teams and enhancing the technical and professional skills of junior and experienced staff through active mentoring and training.
• Established track record for serving as the lead in technical decision-making and direction at the medium to large-scale project level.
• Strong background and an established record of high-quality research in structural materials.
• Experience conceiving and developing multi-disciplinary research projects on structure/property relationships of materials.
• Demonstrated record of effective teamwork.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Record of commitment to safe, secure and environmentally sound operations.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary technical projects and technical teams to success.
• Familiarity with National Laboratory programs.
• Experience in structure/property characterization of materials, including development of new materials, neutron irradiation effects, physical metallurgy, and materials characterization techniques.

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong research background in functional materials.
• A strong record of achievement through reports, publications, intellectual property, or technical products
• 10 years of related post-PhD experience.

Job Information

Salary Grade PR0400: 220 ($107,520 - $177,336) / Salary Grade PR0500: 230 ($121,212 - $206,232)

Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

TDP: Testing designated position; It will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of employment.

Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

INL Overview:

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL men born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

INL is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide EEO to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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Benefits & Salary:

We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and a phenomenal benefits package. For more information, please visit: https://www.inl.gov/careers/benefits-overview