Materials Testing Chemist at 3D Systems in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Summary

Seeking a chemist with materials test experience to support a fast-paced materials design team in development of materials for 3D printing. Candidate must possess strong laboratory skills. Must be a self-starter, team player, able to change priorities quickly, and have excellent communication skills. Primary duties will include using analytical instruments and executing performance/reliability testing of materials in development. Other responsibilities may include lab work supporting chemists and process engineers that are developing the materials.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow test plans, procedures, and lab processes


• Follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment


• Operate lab analytical equipment to characterize material properties. Experience with Instron mechanical test frames, IZOD impact testing, GC, thermal analysis and/or rheology is particularly valuable.


• Coordinate and execute materials reliability testing. An example would be storing material in ovens for set times and measuring properties before and after.


• Organize and maintain laboratory supplies


• Follow written and verbal instructions from chemists and engineers in the group


• Communicate effectively with other team members, both verbally and in writing; this includes communicating out of the ordinary circumstances, changes in procedures, or other information which may be considered useful.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• 1- 3 years' experience working in a laboratory setting


• A Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related science is preferred

• Direct, hands-on experience working in a laboratory setting


• Use of analytical instruments to measure material properties


• Experience operating an Instron test stand with Bluehill 3 software and DSC, DMA operation and analysis would be particularly valuable


• Experience working with chemicals that require personal protective equipment and careful lab practices


• Proficient in Excel for data collection

• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced, self-directed environment, document detailed results, and communicate to chemists and engineers


• Ability to read and follow scientific laboratory methods and procedures


• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and storage required


• Comfortable working in a chemical development environment


• Must be able to work with UV curable acrylate systems


• Attention to detail, organized, and thorough in completing tasks


• Strong teamwork skills a must