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Materials Design Engineer

Full Time

May 2009


QuesTek Innovations LLC, a world leader in computational materials design located in Evanston Illinois, is seeking a qualified candidate to join its Technology group. The main responsibilities of this position will include:
• Participate in project teams that solve complex materials science problems and invent new alloys using our materials design innovation process.
• Develop, calibrate, and validate mechanistic process-structure and structure-property computational materials models
• Implement models in software tools such PrecipiCalc, ABACUS, ThermoCalc, and DICTRA to support materials design and process optimization activities
• Simulate materials and processes, interpret results, and communicate key findings and insights to project teams.
• Develop project management skills and materials design expertise in order to lead and manage projects
Preferred candidates will likely have an MS or PhD degree in material science, mechanical engineering, or related fields, with strong interest or experience in computational microstructure-property modeling and materials design. Candidates should have strong technical and communication skills (both oral and written) and a desire to excel within a dynamic entrepreneurial team environment. Both new graduates and experienced engineers are encouraged to apply. Growth opportunities exist in both project and product management roles. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and includes an employee equity ownership program as well as standard benefits including health insurance and 401K. Interested candidates may contact Herng-Jeng Jou at hjjou@questek.com.

QuesTek Innovations LLC (www.questek.com) uses its proprietary Materials by DesignŽ expertise to quickly develop next-generation materials that reduce capital, processing, operating or maintenance costs, or improve environmental protection or competitive supply. Established in 1997, QuesTek is currently designing and developing a number of new high-performance aluminum-, copper-, iron-, nickel-, niobium- and titanium-based alloys. QuesTek has been highlighted or honored in numerous leading technical, academic and business venues, and currently has more than 25 patents awarded or pending worldwide.