Employment Opportunities

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a talented and driven Mechanical / Materials Engineer to join our esteemed Nonstructural Materials division. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects that push the boundaries of materials science and engineering. Apply today!

This position is responsible for managing the execution of corrosion coating testing and evaluation projects within the UDRI Coatings Corrosion and Erosion Group. The person in this position will assist the principle investigators in performing professional level assignments that require the use of the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of coatings testing and technologies as well as planning and conducting of experiments, design, and/or analysis efforts.

*A bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, or electrical engineering or related field.
*A minimum of three years of related experience is required.
*Experience in mechanical pneumatics and electrical experience on maintaining and troubleshooting machines.
*Experience in designing and building mechanical/electrical equipment, leading projects, cost analysis on testing and building test equipment and ability to present testing results.
*Software Experience Requirements:
-PLC
-HMI
-Autocad /SolidWorks
-LabView
-Microsoft Office Applications
*Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen and be able to pass a National Agency Check at the time of hire.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

*Advanced technical degree (MS, Ph.D.).
*Experience with PI Process Book or similar.
*Experience in cathodic reduction of metals (aluminum, silver, copper, etc.) and analysis.
*Familiarity with aerospace substrates, coating technologies, especially with regard to DOD coatings involved in corrosion control technologies.
*Experience in coating testing, corrosion control/characterization, accelerated testing of coatings and coating systems.
*Experience with mechanical systems and testing and ability to write and generate technically coherent project reports to project sponsors.
*Experience with SEM, EDS, XRF, and Laser Confocal Microscopy.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.