Essential Responsibilities:
You will:
- Lead research working independently and in cross-functional teams to develop and execute short-term and long-term strategy in alloy development processing as well as in understanding mechanical behavior.
- Conduct detailed microstructural analysis, using metallographic tools such as optical microscopy and scanning electron microscopy,
- Assess performance of permanent magnet and soft magnet materials through magnetometry measurements.
- Work with system designers to guide magnetic materials selection for product application
- Guide and mentor team members as appropriate.
- Document results, develop database and write project reports.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Doctorate in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science with thesis in magnetic material development with at least At least 5 years work experience in magnetic materials (or MS degree in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science with at least 7 years work experience with magnetic materials)
- Knowledge and experience with powder metallurgy
- Experience with specification, design, processing and characterization of permanent magnet and soft magnetic materials.
- Experience leading research projects with multiple team members.
- Experience with quantitative microscopy, characterization techniques including scanning electron microscopy.
- Proficient in computer skills, spreadsheet, plotting and presentation software.
- Demonstrated research ability, strong project execution skills and customer focus.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
- Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
- Must be willing to take a drug test and submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics:
- Finite element modeling experience and understanding of materials modeling techniques
- Established publication and/or patent record in your field.
- Innovative nature and willingness to pursue new technical areas.
