Research Scientist - Metallurgy

Job description

3297069
Additional Cities

Niskayuna
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

Yes
Business

GE Corporate
Business Segment

Corporate Global Research
Function

Engineering/Technology
Country/Territory

United States
Additional States/Provinces

New York
Postal Code

12309-1027
Role Summary/Purpose

Metallurgists are responsible for technical direction and research execution related to work in new alloy design & modelling, property optimization, microstructure quantification, root cause analysis for processing and manufacturing improvement, and metallurgy-based service & repair work. Your primary responsibility in this job will be to provide creative technical approach and technical leadership in alloy design, research and innovation. Join us and help develop alloys for the future!
Essential Responsibilities

As a Metallurgist, you will: 

·  Conduct basic and applied research as part of an interdisciplinary team in metallurgy including new alloy design, property optimization, root cause analysis for processing and manufacturing improvement, and metallurgy-based service & repair work for intermetallics, Ti, Al, Ni based alloys. 
·  Lead research of interdisciplinary teams, now or in the future, on new alloy design, root cause analysis for processing and manufacturing improvement, and metallurgy-based service & repair work. 
·  Work across organizations, including leading and interfacing with the characterization team on technical execution. 
·  Interface and communicate with GE businesses and external partners and universities on related research activities. 
·  Maintain, upgrade and train on multiple equipment necessary to conduct experiments. 

·  Reduce data to useful form using appropriate mathematical techniques and software tools. 
·  Maintain accurate records of the work performed and other records required by the projects. 
·  Share project progress internally and externally through oral presentations, written reports, and as appropriate through external and internal publications to GE Research, GE businesses, government agencies, and professional societies when appropriate. 
·  Invent and patent when appropriate. 
·  Perform all work in accordance with EHS guidelines.
Qualifications/Requirements

·  PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science & Engineering, or related field.
·  Demonstrated knowledge of metallurgy characterization methods (SEM, EDS, XRD, VSM, micro-CT, and/or IR). 
·  Demonstrated excellence in research through peer reviewed publications and presentations at major conferences. 
·  Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY. 
·  Must be 18 years or older. 
·  You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered. 
·  This role is
restricted to U.S. persons(i.e.,
U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the
Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to
export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to
employment.
Desired Characteristics

·  Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with senior leadership and customers with confidence and clarity.
·  Minimum two years experience in metallurgy, specifically in alloy design, alloy & defect characterization, and joining.
·  Strong working knowledge of Office and Python.
·  Demonstrated ability to deliver on innovative ideas for products and processes.
·  Demonstrated ability to adapt to multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced dynamic working environment. 
·  Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems. 
·  Strong oral communication skills.

About Us

GE Research is GE's innovation engine where new ideas are originated, developed and productized to create a better world and deliver differentiated products across the company's  industrial portfolio. These products span the aviation, power, transportation and health care sectors.

Today, we're a forward leaning,  interdisciplinary organization, matching world-class innovation with market insights and industry connections to move faster and deliver better outcomes for GE’s businesses and customers. 

We continue a strong track record in innovation and invention that began with our company's founder, Thomas Edison. GE scientists and engineers have distinguished themselves over time, amassing tens of thousands of patents, two Nobel prizes in chemistry and physics, and a list of inventions that have defined and redefined generation after generation.

This rich legacy of delivering transformative innovation is thriving now more than ever.

Discover how we’re seeing, moving and creating the future at https://www.ge.com/research/, meet our innovation giants at https://www.ge.com/research/people, search our open positions at http://twitter.com/geresearchjobs, and connect with us on our social channels at https://twitter.com/GEResearch and https://www.linkedin.com/company/geresearch/. 

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Primary Country

United States
Primary State/Province

New York
Primary City

Niskayuna