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Engineering Associate (R&D / Laboratory)
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Engineering Associate to join a multifunctional R&D team at a premier scientific research facility. This role is ideal for a hands-on individual with a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering who enjoys the intersection of hardware, data acquisition, and scientific reasoning.
You will play a critical role in characterizing material properties and conducting reliability testing, ensuring that laboratory operations and data collection meet the highest standards of technical rigor.
Core Responsibilities
• Testing & Characterization: Operate and assist in developing benchtop test equipment to measure material properties and conduct long-term reliability assessments.
• Data Management: Proactively collect, compile, and organize data from various tests for analysis by the engineering team.
• Laboratory Stewardship: Maintain a high-functioning lab environment, including sample labeling, waste disposal, and the verification/calibration of sensitive equipment.
• Hardware & Fabrication: Use hand-held power tools for sample preparation and contribute to projects involving hardware modification or custom fabrication.
• Problem Solving: Apply scientific reasoning to solve technical challenges and improve testing processes.
• Collaborative Execution: Work closely with a multifunctional team of scientists and engineers to meet project milestones in a timely manner.
Candidate Requirements
Education & Foundation:
• Degree: Bachelor's or Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• Communication: Fluency in English with strong written and verbal skills.
Technical Skill Set:
• Programming & DAQ: Skilled in programming and data acquisition techniques.
• Design: Working knowledge of CAD modeling.
• Hands-on Electrical: Demonstrated experience or knowledge in practical electrical engineering (circuitry, testing, or hardware interaction).
• Tool Proficiency: Comfortable using power tools for physical sample preparation and modifications.
Professional Attributes:
• Learning Agility: A fast learner capable of becoming proficient in a wide range of specialized tests and processes.
• Organization: Exceptional time management skills and a methodical approach to organizing data and laboratory samples.
• Self-Motivation: A proactive mindset with the ability to take accountability for individual contributions. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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AllSTEM Representative Contact Info
Account Executive:
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Branch Phone:
(909) 244-1777
Location:
Houston, TX