{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e148bc87268ccaa1f28174e8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e148bc87268ccaa1f28174e8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e148bc87268ccaa1f28174e8","title":"Materials Analysis Engineer - Data and Process Systems","description":"Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Materials Analysis Engineer to join our laboratory and analysis team. This individual will operate advanced analytical equipment, develop and refine testing methods, and ensure generation of reliable, high-quality data. In addition to hands-on laboratory work, the role involves advanced data analysis, including statistical and machine learning (ML) methods.\nResponsibilities\nOperate and maintain advanced materials characterization equipment, including:\nScanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with EDS and EBSD\nInductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES)\nCombustion and inert gas fusion analysis\nLaser diffraction particle size measurement\nMetallographic sample preparation (mounting, polishing, etching)\nDevelop and improve laboratory test methods to enhance accuracy, reproducibility, and efficiency.\nEnsure consistent generation of high-quality data, including establishing quality control standards and calibration protocols.\nPerform in-depth data analysis using statistical methods and machine learning techniques.\nDevelop, train, and validate ML models for materials data interpretation and prediction.\nDocument procedures, test results, and method development in a clear, structured manner.\nResponsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.\nHands-on experience with materials characterization equipment (SEM, EDS, EBSD, ICP-OES, etc.) and metallographic sample preparation.\nProficiency in data analysis, including statistics, scripting (Python) and data visualization.\nExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to innovate in test method development.\nExperience with machine learning frameworks (scikit-learn, PyTorch, etc.).\nKnowledge of materials and mechanical thermodynamics, solidification, or powder metallurgy processes.\nPrevious experience applying simulation tools to materials processing or structural analysis.\nMust be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with Docker and containerized deployment.\nFamiliarity with FastAPI, Flask, or Dash for internal tools and dashboards.\nExperience integrating industrial data systems (OPC-UA, Modbus, MQTT).\nExposure to PyTorch, scikit-learn, and scientific Python tooling (NumPy, pandas).","company":"Vulcanelements","rawCompany":"vulcanelements","city":"Durham","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:46:33.943Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"},{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"15-2051.00","title":"Data Scientists","slug":"data-scientists"}],"industries":[{"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"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Materials Analysis Engineer - Data and Process Systems","description":"Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated Materials Analysis Engineer to join our laboratory and analysis team. This individual will operate advanced analytical equipment, develop and refine testing methods, and ensure generation of reliable, high-quality data. In addition to hands-on laboratory work, the role involves advanced data analysis, including statistical and machine learning (ML) methods.\nResponsibilities\nOperate and maintain advanced materials characterization equipment, including:\nScanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with EDS and EBSD\nInductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES)\nCombustion and inert gas fusion analysis\nLaser diffraction particle size measurement\nMetallographic sample preparation (mounting, polishing, etching)\nDevelop and improve laboratory test methods to enhance accuracy, reproducibility, and efficiency.\nEnsure consistent generation of high-quality data, including establishing quality control standards and calibration protocols.\nPerform in-depth data analysis using statistical methods and machine learning techniques.\nDevelop, train, and validate ML models for materials data interpretation and prediction.\nDocument procedures, test results, and method development in a clear, structured manner.\nResponsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.\nHands-on experience with materials characterization equipment (SEM, EDS, EBSD, ICP-OES, etc.) and metallographic sample preparation.\nProficiency in data analysis, including statistics, scripting (Python) and data visualization.\nExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to innovate in test method development.\nExperience with machine learning frameworks (scikit-learn, PyTorch, etc.).\nKnowledge of materials and mechanical thermodynamics, solidification, or powder metallurgy processes.\nPrevious experience applying simulation tools to materials processing or structural analysis.\nMust be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with Docker and containerized deployment.\nFamiliarity with FastAPI, Flask, or Dash for internal tools and dashboards.\nExperience integrating industrial data systems (OPC-UA, Modbus, MQTT).\nExposure to PyTorch, scikit-learn, and scientific Python tooling (NumPy, pandas).","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:46:33.943Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:46:33.943Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Vulcanelements","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Durham","addressRegion":"NC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"e148bc87268ccaa1f28174e8"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e148bc87268ccaa1f28174e8"}}