R&D Technician at Cormetech Inc

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Equipment, Reactor Systems, Benchtop Chemistry, SOPs, Safety Procedures, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, Catalyst Synthesis, Wet Chemistry, Microsoft Office, Excel, Critical Thinking, Mechanical Aptitude, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description About the Company: CORMETECH, Inc. was founded in 1989, and provides environmental engineering solutions and services to the North American and world's power, marine, industrial-process, refinery, and petrochemical markets. It is servicing the growth needs of the U.S. power generating fleet to comply with increasingly stringent environmental regulations in a cost-effective way. CORMETECH has fully dedicated, state-of-the art manufacturing facilities, research and development centers and testing laboratories in Charlotte (NC), Cleveland (TN), Durham (NC), and Kings Mountain (NC). All full-time employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment! Summary: The R&D Technician will work to advance CORMETECH technology in carbon capture and environmental catalysis, through the synthesis and performance testing of various materials. Responsibilities: • Carry out testing on analytical equipment, small scale to pilot size reactors, and benchtop chemistry work. • Follow SOPs and Safety procedures of laboratory • Obtain, analyze, and report testing data using lab instruments • Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance plan actions on the instruments • Support the synthesis of catalyst material samples for testing evaluations • Collaborate with other scientists/engineers on development projects • Maintain clean working space in the laboratory • Perform housekeeping duties as assigned • Other duties / projects as assigned. Preferred Skills and Knowledge: • Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or related field • Strong analytical ability • Previous experience with analytical instrumentation (TGA, DSC, FTIR, MS) • Background in wet chemistry procedures, including solution synthesis, serial dilutions, and preparation of reagents for experimental workflows • Knowledge of reaction monitoring, sample collection, and data analysis from laboratory-scale reactor systems Working Conditions: • Mechanical noise • Dusty and dirty work environment • Varying temperatures from warm to cool Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally • Standing for extended periods of time • Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, twisting, climbing, and kneeling Cormetech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The success of Cormetech depends upon attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified people regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran’s status. Requirements Requirements: • Associate degree in a science, engineering, or technical field. • Strong Safety focus. • Experience working in an academic or industr ial laboratory using analytical instrumentation. • Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills • Mechanical aptitude and strong critical thinking skills • Windows / Microsoft Office knowledge with an emphasis on Excel • Ability to work independently, but collaboratively with Development Team

Responsibilities

The R&D Technician will advance technology in carbon capture and environmental catalysis by synthesizing and testing various materials using analytical equipment and reactor systems. Key duties include performing tests, analyzing data, supporting catalyst synthesis, and maintaining laboratory safety and cleanliness.