{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bb86ebda9a92c40e6525c7e5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb86ebda9a92c40e6525c7e5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb86ebda9a92c40e6525c7e5","title":"Materials Engineer","description":"Vision Point Systems is seeking qualified candidates to provide on-site support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, Coatings and Corrosion branch at their remote laboratory site in Dania Beach, FL. This laboratory conducts corrosion-related testing, including flow-assisted corrosion, natural atmospheric exposure, and fully immersed exposure.\nPrimary duties of this position are those necessary for working in an aqueous corrosion laboratory focused on testing and evaluating the corrosion performance of base materials and coatings used by the US Navy.\nThis includes, but is not limited to:\nSupporting the design and execution of laboratory testing programs;\nEvaluating test specimens, analyzing collected data, and documenting the results.\nOverseeing laboratory operations, such as inventory management, laboratory upkeep, and other related activities.\nTest evaluations may include photographic, electrochemical, chemical, or other types of evaluations related to corrosion and coatings testing.\nDeveloping technical reports and standard operating procedures will also be expected.\nCoordinate site visitors from Gov’t, Contractor, and Non-DoD personnel who access the site during experiment operation.\nMaintain a schedule for periodic inspection and monitoring of active experiments including: timely submission of Discharge Monitoring Reports, weekly inspections of mechanical systems, timely reporting of experiment status to personnel at West Bethesda.\nCoordinate with local government regulators to ensure compliance with permitted wastewater discharge. Collect water samples, record discharge volumes, interpret water quality test reports, and generate discharge monitoring reports.\nManagement of site material inventory including test articles, raw materials, and incoming shipments.\nBachelor’s Degree in materials science, mechanical engineering or other similarly aligned engineering degree from an accredited university or college.\n1-3 years of past work experience, with emphasis on laboratory operations and testing.\nAbility to work at a remote location with the ability to self-direct daily tasking.\nFundamentals of corrosion and electrochemistry.\nKnowledge of HAZMAT handling.\nExcellent written and oral communication skills.\nMust be able to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance - requires US Citizenship.\nFamiliar with basics of electronic motor control for fluid handling systems including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), tank level switches, variable frequency drives (VFDs), pump motors, dataloggers, and various sensors and transducers.\nAbility to perform basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting for electronic control cabinets, sensor dataloggers, electric motors and motor controllers, pumps and fluid handling equipment, and HVAC systems.\nAbility to identify and request maintenance actions for facilities or corrosion damage.\nMust be able to maintain a general inventory of site materials to support emergent projects.\nPhysical Requirements\nApproximately 50% of the work would be done outdoors to set up tests and equipment.\nMust be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.\nFull time employees with Vision Point Systems qualify for a generous benefits plan to include medical, dental, 1x your salary in life insurance, and short and long term disability. VPS also offers 401k participation and matching. Highly contributing team members are also rewarded with flexible work hours, travel, and training opportunities when available.\nEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Vision Point Systems","rawCompany":"vision point systems","city":"Brooklyn","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T03:33:55.279Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"},{"code":"17-3029.01","title":"Non-Destructive Testing Specialists","slug":"non-destructive-testing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-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":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Materials Engineer","description":"Vision Point Systems is seeking qualified candidates to provide on-site support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, Coatings and Corrosion branch at their remote laboratory site in Dania Beach, FL. This laboratory conducts corrosion-related testing, including flow-assisted corrosion, natural atmospheric exposure, and fully immersed exposure.\nPrimary duties of this position are those necessary for working in an aqueous corrosion laboratory focused on testing and evaluating the corrosion performance of base materials and coatings used by the US Navy.\nThis includes, but is not limited to:\nSupporting the design and execution of laboratory testing programs;\nEvaluating test specimens, analyzing collected data, and documenting the results.\nOverseeing laboratory operations, such as inventory management, laboratory upkeep, and other related activities.\nTest evaluations may include photographic, electrochemical, chemical, or other types of evaluations related to corrosion and coatings testing.\nDeveloping technical reports and standard operating procedures will also be expected.\nCoordinate site visitors from Gov’t, Contractor, and Non-DoD personnel who access the site during experiment operation.\nMaintain a schedule for periodic inspection and monitoring of active experiments including: timely submission of Discharge Monitoring Reports, weekly inspections of mechanical systems, timely reporting of experiment status to personnel at West Bethesda.\nCoordinate with local government regulators to ensure compliance with permitted wastewater discharge. 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VPS also offers 401k participation and matching. Highly contributing team members are also rewarded with flexible work hours, travel, and training opportunities when available.\nEqual Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","datePosted":"2026-09-02T03:33:55.279Z","dateModified":"2026-09-02T03:33:55.279Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Vision Point Systems","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Brooklyn","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bb86ebda9a92c40e6525c7e5"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bb86ebda9a92c40e6525c7e5"}}