Materials Scientist

Position Summary: As a Materials/Polymer Scientist/Engineer, you will be responsible for creating, monitoring, and controlling material related projects. You will provide materials expertise in projects that partner with design and manufacturing engineers and ensure manufacturability and performance of devices through proper material selection and processing. Additional projects will be in partnership with Quality Assurance in test method development and material characterization to help drive continuous improvement. The individual in this position will interface multiple R&D projects including design, preparation and execution of experiments, analysis and presentation of results, and coordination with external characterization laboratories. You will be expected to maintain and ensure a safe, organized, and efficient work environment. The materials tested in the laboratory will include a variety of thermoplastics, thermosets, coatings, adhesives, and silicone rubbers.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, vendors, non-engineers and/or the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Maintains a valid Driver's License.

Essential Job Functions: Mental: Must be able to effectively communicate with others; complete and understand complex analysis of numbers; read, analyze and interpret written materials; meet and exceed company standards; ensure compliance with company policies; respond appropriately to feedback to make improvements; maintain positive working relationships; troubleshoot and solve problems. Physical: Must be able to hear and verbally communicate for hours at a time, use computer equipment, electrical and general hand tools. Moderate noise level and limited exposure to physical risk. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of modern business communication, office procedures and methods. Skill to use a personal computer and various software packages such as Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.
• Equipment Used:
• Telephones, computer, other office equipment as needed, electrical and general hand tools.

Special/Additional Requirements: Persons in this position may be required to pass a drug, alcohol, and/or criminal background check. AMT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Insurance: AMT offers major medical, dental, and vision insurance at the first of the month following 30 days of service.