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Siemens

Senior Materials Properties Engineer

Siemens, Charlotte, NC


A Snapshot of Your Day
Do you like to solve problems that help others and provide the best support regarding Materials possible to our products within Siemens Energy, especially for our Large Gas and Steam Turbine products?

The primary focus of this position is on the initiation and execution of testing programs to determine material properties and the technical development of material behavior methods. This can range from characterization of typical material properties to developing new material modelling techniques.

Within a network of materials engineers and utilizing your technical knowledge, you support material data quality improvement. In this context, you will play a decisive role while constantly move forward our materials landscape!
How You'll Make an Impact
  • Definition of material test programs and coordination of testing with internal and external (the SE) workshops and laboratories
  • Evaluation of test results and creation of material property curves for component design
  • Identification of existing and new methodologies to describe material behavior
  • Definition and management of project schedule, milestones, and budget
  • Support of component design in urgent materials-related testing concepts and consultancy
  • Inspection of specimens and fracture surfaces in the SE laboratories
What You Bring
  • PhD or Master of Science in materials science, solid state physics or similar field; 5 to 8 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience
  • Deep understanding of materials science (e.g. alloy design, microstructural evolution, deformation mechanisms for metallic materials) & Deep knowledge of materials mechanics and failure mechanisms and models; Significant knowledge of steels and nickel-base alloys
  • Understanding of gas turbine and steam turbine technology, Experience in programming (e.g. Python, R, VBA), data analysis and basic FEA modelling
  • Experience of collaborating in multidisciplinary research networks / project consortia & very good project management skills
  • Excellent team skills with effective communication & interpersonal skills to blend in a multicultural and cross-organizational team; experience in handling multiple and urgent topics at the same time & setting priorities
  • Advanced English, German is a plus
About the Team
Gas Services

Our Gas Services division offers Low-emission power generation through service and decarbonization. Zero or low emission power generation and all gas turbines under one roof, steam turbines and generators. Decarbonization opportunities through service offerings, modernization, and digitalization of the fleet.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we're also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Check out this video to learn more about Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo
Our Commitment to Diversity
Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity, we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Rewards
  • Career growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive work culture
  • Company paid Health and wellness benefits
  • Paid Time Off and paid holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company match
  • Family building benefits
  • Parental leave
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