R&D Technologist

Nesco Resource ·nescoresource.com

Location Wilmington, DE
Salary USD 30 - 37 / hour
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Engineering 26-23168
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Main job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Independently making parts from resins, including mixing, milling, pressing and sintering, monitoring, product work-up/analysis/characterization, and experimental documentation using an electronic laboratory notebook system. May asked conducting organic reactions, including reaction system assembly, monitoring, product work-up/analysis/characterization, and experimental documentation using an electronic laboratory notebook system.
• Analyze results, recognize erroneous or unexpected outcomes, and make suggestions for a path forward.
• Characterize material structure and performance, using various spectroscopic techniques, including, NMR, IR
• Become familiar with and learn polymer characterization instrumentation such as DSC, TGA, DMA, TMA, Impact and Tensile Testing.
• Properly document and report all experimental data. Present findings and results at team meetings.
• Ability to use windows-based computer systems.
• Troubleshoot and calibrate instruments. Author and prepare instrument manuals and SOPs.
• Participate and follow all *** safety policies and best practices. Support process safety management (PSM) by maintaining laboratory safety documentation.
• Order and purchase supplies when needed. Maintain chemical, resin and experimental sample inventory.
• Coordinate outside laboratory testing, including shipping samples following proper DOT rules and regulations.
• Required limited lifting of lab equipment (Reactor, glassware, etc.).

Qualifications:
• BS in Chemical Engineering, Material, Chemistry or have equivalent experience.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge or working experience with polymer characterization instrumentation is preferred.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of testing methods and instruments.
• Experience with mechanical testing equipment is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize, organize, and plan responsibilities.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Who is hiring for the R&D Technologist role?
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Where is the R&D Technologist job located?
The R&D Technologist role with Nesco Resource is based in Wilmington, DE, US.
What does the R&D Technologist role pay?
Nesco Resource lists the R&D Technologist role at USD 30–37 per hour.
Is the R&D Technologist role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Nesco Resource.
What experience level is the R&D Technologist role?
The R&D Technologist position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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