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This individual will ensure the suitability, accuracy, and continuous improvement of analytical and mechanical test procedures, support data interpretation for internal customers, and maintain rigorous material traceability and documentation practices. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong materials testing fundamentals, attention to procedural detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a controlled manufacturing environment.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nServe as the subject matter expert (SME) for several laboratory test methods, ensuring technical rigor and reliable execution.\n\nEvaluate and ensure suitability and accuracy of test methods for their intended applications, including periodic review and revalidation.\n\nAssist with data interpretation and provide technical guidance to internal customers across process, quality, and engineering teams.\n\nDevelop, implement, and improve test procedures to meet evolving production and quality requirements.\n\nWork in a controlled environment and ensure material traceability, sample chain of custody, and documentation consistent with quality system requirements.\n\nTroubleshoot instrument performance issues and coordinate preventive maintenance, calibration, and service activities.\n\nCollaborate with materials, process, and data engineers to integrate testing data into broader manufacturing and quality workflows.\n\nMust be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.\n\nQualifications\n\nB.S. or higher in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.\n\nHands‑on experience with materials testing and characterization, preferably in a commercial or industrial environment.\n\nFamiliarity with test method development, validation, and documentation practices.\n\nAbility to work independently, manage multiple concurrent testing activities, and take ownership of instrument health and method quality.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nExperience with one or more of the following techniques: X-ray diffraction (XRD), particle size analysis, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), or differential scanning calorimetry (DSC).\n\nBroad exposure to complementary characterization methods such as SEM/EDS, optical microscopy, or mechanical testing (tensile, hardness, density).\n\nExperience working within a quality management system such as ISO 17025, AS9100, or similar.\n\nFamiliarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) or structured data workflows.\n\nExperience with statistical methods for method validation, measurement uncertainty, or process control.\n\nComfort operating in environments where throughput, repeatability, and data integrity are priorities.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Vulcan Elements","rawCompany":"vulcan elements","city":"Raleigh","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T03:22:17.649Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"},{"code":"17-3027.00","title":"Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"mechanical-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541713","title":"Research and Development in Nanotechnology","slug":"research-and-development-in-nanotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Materials Analysis Engineer - Testing & Characterization","description":"Research Triangle Park, NC\n\nVulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. 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