Fracture Mechanics/Environmentally-Assisted Cracking Engineer

Fracture Mechanics/Environmentally-Assisted Cracking Engineer Columbus Office - Columbus, OH 43221 Overview Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage Negligible Category Engineering Role & Essential Functions EWI is a world leader in developing and deploying innovative technologies that enable companies to bridge the gap between R&D and manufacturing implementation. EWI Associates are passionate about identifying out-of-the-box solutions that provide a long-term competitive advantage for our clients. Our clients tell us we are a valuable extension and a complement to their innovation, engineering and manufacturing teams. If you enjoy working with customers and solving difficult, technical problems, EWI is the place for you. We are currently looking to fill an Engineer position with a creative person that is passionate about advancing the field of environmental testing, fracture mechanics and engineering assessment methodologies to benefit industry. The ideal candidate brings a well-established technical background and reputation capable of fulfilling the core functions of the position: innovation, professional branding, technical sales, project leadership, and technical quality. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Develop externally funded and internal R&D projects to drive industry-altering technology innovation solutions and objectives - Lead technical dialogue with customers, particularly key or high-value accounts, to identify and mature project opportunities - Write proposals that meet clients' technical needs and provide a clear value proposition - Serve as technical liaison for key accounts specific to your area of expertise - Assist with the promotion of EWI's technical capabilities through publications, conferences, technical committees, and marketing content development - Develop a strong pipeline of project work to ensure technology sustainability at EWI - Provide technical oversight during project execution to ensure appropriate technical approaches are employed, takes responsibility for quality of results and deliverables to clients (including reports) - Prepare client reports and present project results to clients for larger or more visible projects - Stay current with industry trends and technical advancements Minimum Requirements KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Strong foundation in material sciences and fracture mechanics with an understanding of environmental impacts on material performance and structural integrity. Deep working knowledge in engineering disciplines such as: fracture mechanics, environmentally-assisted cracking, corrosion/materials degradation, and failure analysis Working knowledge in complimentary technologies such as: mechanical and metallurgical testing methods, thermophysical modeling, and non-destructive evaluation (NDE) methods Experience or familiarity with testing and engineering assessment of materials under specific environmental conditions (aqueous corrosion, sour environments, H2, CO2) Deep working knowledge of how to apply relevant codes and standards: ASTM, ASME, API, AWS, ISO, etc. Proficiency in executing scientific research and performing experimental analysis Existing understanding of technical challenges in key markets including, but not limited to, oil and gas, power generation, heavy manufacturing, and automotive industries Utilizes judgment in communication styles and behaviors; recognizes impact on other team members Exhibits proficient written and verbal communication with customers both internal and external Proven adaptability and flexi