Materials Engineer

Engineer Associate

Job Title - Engineer Associate

Working Title - Materials Engineer

Department Name - Center For Aluminum Technology

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 45

Salary Range - $48,214-79,560/year

Type of Position - Staff

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - BS

Required Related Experience - No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification - None

Physical Requirements - Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.

Shift - 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Job Summary - Perform testing and evaluation of aluminum and other materials under the direction of Center Director. Write technical reports. Develop new and novel test methods to characterize aluminum alloys. Conduct research and development on aluminum alloys and processes.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - BS degrees in Mechanical or Materials Engineering, MS (or ME) degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or Metallurgy/ 1-3 years

Deadline to Apply - 11/02/2026

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter