Associate Laser Applications Research Engineer
Associate Laser Applications Research Engineer
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UDRI is a national leader in scientific and engineering research serving government industry and nonprofit customers. This is a full time benefit eligible position that offers health dental and vision insurance retirement disability vacation and sick accrual and paid Holidays. Join the UDRI team as an Associate Research Engineer and apply now!
The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a highly motivated and highly talented engineer to perform research in the area of Laser Micromachining Ultrafast lasers and additive manufacturing (AM). Work will include mechanical design of experiments sensors data acquisition and part manufacturing leveraging a variety of laser types. Activities may include fixture design investigating laser material interaction process optimization collecting and analyzing of insitu process monitoring data and optical system modifications. The engineer will also be tasked with designing parts via CAD and analyzing data using multiple software tools. Additionally the candidate will help build the laser manufacturing business through contributions to proposal writing and selling the growing laser manufacturing capabilities of UDRI to prospective customers.
A bachelors degree in engineering physics computer science or chemistry from an accredited University.
Proficiency in CAD.
Proficiency in Matlab.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel software.
The ability to be handson in the lab.
Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbally.
An ability to work well with others and motivate fellow team members.
The ability to think critically and drive a project to competition under the supervision of senior level professionals.
The ability to properly document technical data generated by the assigned projects.
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen.
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
Experience operating laser manufacturing equipment.
Understanding of laser/material interaction.
Experience with ultrafast lasers for manufacturing.
Experience with laser galvanometers and optics.
Experience with Direct Machine Control software.
General familiarity with the Additive Manufacturing processes.
Experienced in performing image analysis.
Basic understanding of computer programing and/or machine learning.
Basic understanding of sensors and data acquisition.
Experience performing design of experiments (DOEs) and statistical analysis
Leadership experience.
Ability to work in a team environment with engineers and provide ideas and recommendations on improving testing and processes.
Possess the ability to provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.
Ability to either present or participate as a reviewer in technical and program reviews.
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity achieve equitable outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities women protected veterans individuals with disabilities or on the basis of age race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
