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Manager, Characterization

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in materials characterization and analytical science, combined with demonstrated success leading laboratory organizations, developing technical talent ...

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Manager, Characterization

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $19/hr

The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in materials characterization and analytical science, combined with demonstrated success leading laboratory organizations, developing technical talent ...

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

Bachelor's degree in materials science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, or a related technical discipline * 1+ years of professional experience in materials characterization, failure ...

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Strong knowledge of materials science fundamentals, including structure-property relationships, materials characterization, and the principles governing material properties and behavior * Experience ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for materials characterization scientist in the United States is $123,973.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a materials characterization scientist?

A Materials Characterization Scientist analyzes the structure, composition, and properties of materials to understand their performance and improve their applications. They use techniques such as spectroscopy, microscopy, and diffraction to investigate materials at atomic and molecular levels. This role is essential in industries like electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals, where material properties directly impact product quality. Scientists in this field collaborate with engineers and researchers to develop new materials, troubleshoot issues, and optimize manufacturing processes. Their work supports innovation by ensuring materials meet desired specifications and industry standards.

What does a materials characterization scientist do?

As a Materials Characterization Scientist, your typical day may involve preparing material samples, operating advanced analytical equipment like electron microscopes or spectrometers, and interpreting complex data sets to understand material properties. You will often document your results, troubleshoot experimental issues, and maintain laboratory safety protocols. Collaboration with chemists, engineers, or product development teams is common, especially when providing insights that inform new material design or process improvements. Regularly, you may be tasked with presenting your findings to colleagues or clients, contributing to reports, and keeping up-to-date with advancements in characterization techniques.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a materials characterization scientist?

To excel as a Materials Characterization Scientist, you need a solid background in materials science, chemistry, or physics, with experience in analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, microscopy, and diffraction. Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation like SEM, TEM, XRD, and relevant software analysis tools, as well as safety certifications, is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective scientific communication are highly valued soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure precise data interpretation, safe laboratory practices, and successful collaboration on multidisciplinary research projects.

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Battery Materials Characterization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you thrive on pushing the limits of what's considered feasible? As part of our Battery Engineering group, you'll help craft creative battery solutions that deliver more energy in smaller spaces than ever before! You'll work across fields to transform improved hardware elements into a single, integrated design. Join us, and you'll help us innovate new battery technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you'll push the industry boundaries of what batteries can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world.
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As part of the materials characterization team, you will function as the subject matter expert for structural characterization and chemical analysis of lithium-ion battery materials and systems, with a strong foundation in Raman spectroscopy and complementary techniques including SEM, FIB-SEM, and FTIR. You will develop methods based on project needs to build a deep understanding of failure mechanisms and root causes in lithium-ion batteries, while also reviewing data from other analysts and coordinating the use of multiple techniques to drive materials understanding and causations between materials properties and performance.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field, with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Experience with Raman spectroscopy or relevant.
Experience with at least one characterization technique - SEM, FTIR or XRD.
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field, with graduate-level coursework or research involving Raman spectroscopy and electron microscopy applied to energy storage materials
Deep knowledge of Raman spectroscopy for Li-ion battery materials, including interpretation of spectra for common materials (e.g., graphite, silicon, NMC/NCA cathodes, LFP, solid electrolytes)
Hands-on experience with SEM and FIB-SEM, including sample preparation, cross-sectioning, imaging, and EDS analysis of battery materials
Proficiency in FTIR spectroscopy (transmission, ATR, and/or microscopy modes) for chemical characterization of battery-relevant materials
Demonstrated track record of applying Raman and complementary characterization techniques (SEM, FIB-SEM, FTIR) to solve critical problems in battery material development and/or identification of battery degradation mechanisms
Experience handling and preparing air-sensitive battery materials (glovebox operation, inert atmosphere sample transfer)
Experience with additional characterization techniques such as XRD, XPS, TEM, or optical microscopy

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

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Year founded

1976

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