Material Scientist – Electroslag Remelting

Leidos Holding • $115K — $125K *
Albany, OR 97322In-Person
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Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Material Science and Engineering or equivalent with 6+ years of experience, or PhD with 4+ years in a relevant area.
  • Expertise in advanced microscopy techniques (SEM, EDS, EBSD, and possibly EPMA).
  • Proven ability to produce detailed technical reports and present findings effectively.
  • Skilled in analyzing microstructure-chemistry-property relationships.
  • Understanding of microstructure-property dynamics in nickel and iron-based alloys.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct characterization using advanced microscopy techniques.
  • Design and characterize novel slags for electroslag remelting processes.
  • Evaluate slag compositions based on computational models.
  • Prepare and write technical reports detailing lab results.

Benefits

  • Work alongside a diverse scientific team tackling significant energy challenges.
  • Engage in 100% onsite research at a leading R&D facility.
  • Opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge materials.
  • Access to a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
Full Job Description

Leidos is seeking a Material Scientist - Electroslag Remelting to join our team in Albany, OR to work with a distributed, multidisciplinary team on development of novel slags containing rare earth element byproducts for use during electroslag remelting (ESR) of steels and Nickel-based superalloys. The candidate should possess knowledge of and practical experience with conducting research on slag development and electroslag remelting.  The position will be 100% onsite research and development support for the NETL R&D facility in Albany, OR. This work will involve a multi-disciplinary, scientific, and technically-oriented national laboratory team, participation alongside other data scientists, engineers, geologists, and computer scientists that produces technological solutions for America’s energy challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Characterization using advanced microscopy techniques (SEM, EDS, EBSD, EPMA).
  • Computational design and characterization of novel slags containing rare earth element byproducts for use during electroslag remelting of Nickel-based superalloys and steels.
  • Evaluate compositions of slags from computational simulation results.
  • Write technical reports outlining results of lab testing.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Material Science and Engineering or related field with 6+ years related experience or a PhD in Material Science and Engineering or related field with 4+ years related experience.
  • Experience characterizing microstructures of structural materials using advanced techniques (SEM, EDS, EBSD, and potentially EPMA).
  • Ability to produce technical reports, journal articles, prepare and present at professional conferences.
  • Experience with data analysis relating microstructure-chemistry-property relationships.
  • Understand microstructure-property relationships in nickel and iron-based alloys.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision, and ability to work effectively as a part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment and interact with people with a variety of expertise.
  • Must be able to meet the requirements for gaining access to work on the NETL campus.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering or related field
  • Knowledge and experience with electroslag remelting.
  • Characterization of slag materials from melting processes.
  • Computational design using thermodynamic simulation software such as Thermo-Calc and FactSage.
  • Background in alloy design and development.
  • Excellent record of peer-reviewed quality publications. 

Salary Range for this position: $115K to $125K

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