Metal Additive Manufacturing Scientist
Company
We put science to work! Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges. Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Mission
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a Scientist focused on Metal Additive Manufacturing Research and Development for the Advanced Engineering Division. In this position, the candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded project portfolio aligned with SRNL mission enablers of data-driven materials development and developing manufacturing solutions for Environmental Management, the NNSA, and energy security. This will include leading and partnering on proposal teams as well as managing both technical and programmatic aspects of successfully won projects responsibilities.
Profile
SRNL is seeking a self-motivated, dynamic researcher willing to actively promote a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment in Metal Additive Manufacturing
- Candidate should possess a background and working knowledge of additive manufacturing techniques as well as the fundamental concepts and behavior of metallic materials. They should exercise judgment with practical engineering or scientific principles to determine an appropriate action.
- Applicants should have experience in proposal development, publications, and networking within their field.
- The Researcher will be expected to interface with and develop an externally funded project portfolio aligned with SRNL mission enablers of data-driven materials development and developing manufacturing solutions for Environmental Management, the NNSA, and energy security. This will include leading and partnering on proposal teams as well as managing both technical and programmatic aspects of successfully won projects.
- Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards.
- Additive Manufacturing areas of interest may include, on-machine monitoring, machine learning, alloy development, materials synthesis, process modeling, etc.
- Specifically sought-after skills include using feedstock characterization and analysis, equipment toolpath and parameter development, and characterizing printed metallic parts.
- Works well in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment. Generates original ideas and conveys them effectively through strong written and oral communication.
- Mentoring student interns and projects is expected in the course of work. Maintaining a national presence at technical meetings – both internal to DOE and through professional organizations – is expected in the course of work.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required
- Ph.D. in related field with 5 or more years of relevant experience
- Successful candidates will have completed at least one post-doctoral appointment or 2 years of relevant work experience since completing their PhD.
- Successful performance as a principal investigator (PI) on interdisciplinary research projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preferred degrees: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, and Material Science and Engineering.
- Successful customer/sponsor relationship management
- Strong interpersonal communications both oral and written, along with problem solving skills.
- Cross-discipline knowledge in advanced scientific or engineering concepts
- Active DOE Clearance
Security Clearance Information
This position will require selected candidate to be able to obtain a DOE Security Clearance. BSRA is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with BSRA require applicants to have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
