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Materials And Process Engineer

Materials And Process Engineer

eTeamSanta Clara, CA, United States
19 days ago
Job description

Title- Material Engineer

Duration- 1 Year Contract

Location- Santa Clara CA 95054

Scope of Work

Composite material formulation development and evaluation

  • Organize and track incoming material for development
  • Perform material configuration DOEs to achieve cosmetic and structural performance targets defined by each program
  • Perform process DOEs to determine optimal thermal profiles for thermoplastic composite insert overmolding
  • Fabricate laminates from developmental formulations of composite prepregs made with recycled carbon fiber and other recycled / chopped fiber fillers. Measure cosmetic, mechanical, and physical properties of materials.
  • Perform material DOEs involving fabricating test panels using high-thermal conductivity reinforcements and fillers. Prepare specimens for testing. Measure structural and thermal performance. Consolidate results.
  • Report results of DOEs and tests.
  • Develop molding guidelines based on results of material and process DOEs

Key Qualifications :

  • Background in composite materials and processing
  • Experience using autoclave and press-molding to manufacture composite parts
  • Direct experience processing both thermoset and thermoplastic composites.
  • Trained in experimental design and data analysis
  • Skilled in developing detailed experimental plans based on high-level requirements
  • Experienced in running common laboratory equipment, including : specimen cutting, polishing, microscopy, surface profilometry, mechanical testing using a universal testing machine, DMA / DSC, TMA
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Education and Experience :

  • A minimum B.S. in Materials Science or related field
  • 3+ years hands-on material / process engineering experience in composites.