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Genex Systems is seeking a Metals Research Engineer responsible for planning and conducting structural research projects for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) at the Turner-Fairbank Highway ...

Genex Systems is seeking a Metals Research Engineer responsible for planning and conducting structural research projects for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) at the Turner-Fairbank Highway ...

Genex Systems is seeking a Metals Research Engineer responsible for planning and conducting structural research projects for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) at the Turner-Fairbank Highway ...

Team Manager - Metals, R&D Location: Pflugerville, Texas We, EOS - world market leader for industrial 3D printing, are looking for a Lab Engineer - Metals to support materials research and production ...

Team Manager - Metals, R&D Location: Pflugerville, Texas We, EOS - world market leader for industrial 3D printing, are looking for a Lab Engineer - Metals to support materials research and production ...

Team Manager Metals - R&D Location: Pflugerville, Texas We, EOS - world market leader for industrial 3D printing, are looking for you to support our R&D Metals Team as an R&D Engineer. In this role ...

Team Manager Metals - R&D Location: Pflugerville, Texas We, EOS - world market leader for industrial 3D printing, are looking for you to support our R&D Metals Team as an R&D Engineer. In this role ...

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How much do metals research jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for metals research in the United States is $95,315.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Metals Research vs Metals Testing Technician?

AspectMetals ResearchMetals Testing Technician
CredentialsDegree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related fieldHigh school diploma or associate degree, technical training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, officesTesting labs, manufacturing plants, quality control labs
Industry UsageResearch institutions, R&D departments, universitiesManufacturers, quality assurance, testing labs

Metals Research involves conducting experiments, developing new alloys, and analyzing material properties in research settings. Metals Testing Technicians focus on performing standardized tests to ensure metal quality and compliance in production environments. While both roles require knowledge of metals, Metals Research emphasizes innovation and analysis, whereas Metals Testing Technicians concentrate on quality control and testing procedures.

Infographic showing various Metals Research job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 11% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,315 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Metals Research Engineer

Genex Systems

Mclean, VA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Genex Systems is seeking a Metals Research Engineer responsible for planning and conducting structural research projects for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) at the Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center (TFHRC).

Experience should include metals used in the design, rating, and construction of bridges. Research-related experience should include familiarity with digital-to- analog data acquisition, sensor selection and wiring (strain gauges, accelerometers, tiltmeters, potentiometers, linear variable differential transducers, extensometers, and load cells), setup and operation of closed-loop servovalve controlled hydraulic systems, design of loading structures, digital image correlation, metallography, fractography, and common metallic property characterization tests (which may include ASTM E8, ASTM E9, ASTM E18, ASTM E23, ASTM E399, ASTM E1820, ASTM E1921, and ASTM F606).

Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, with the ability to write publication-ready research reports as well as participate and present during demonstration projects, seminars, committee meetings, and workshops.

Experience with additive manufacturing of metal materials is highly preferred.

Master's degree required with at least three years of hands-on experience planning, conducting, and reporting on structural engineering research