Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from EWI
Job overview
The Fracture Mechanics/Corrosion Engineer at EWI advances environmental testing, fracture mechanics, and engineering assessment methodologies to drive innovation and support industry clients.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing technology roadmaps, leading R&D projects, engaging with key customers for technical sales, mentoring staff, ensuring technical quality in projects, and promoting EWI's capabilities through various channels.
Experience and skills
Requires a strong foundation in material sciences, fracture mechanics, corrosion, and failure analysis with at least 5 years of industrial or R&D experience; advanced degree preferred; proficiency in relevant codes and standards and excellent communication skills are essential.
Work environment and culture
EWI fosters a collaborative environment passionate about innovative solutions and customer engagement, supporting professional growth and teamwork.
Company information
EWI is a global leader in bridging R&D and manufacturing with innovative technologies, serving as a valuable partner to clients' engineering and manufacturing teams.
Job location and travel
The position is based in an office and laboratory environment with moderate physical activity and requires up to 10% travel to customer sites and conferences.
Unique job features
The job offers unique opportunities to lead industry-altering technology innovations and engage in high-level technical sales and project leadership within a respected engineering firm.
Company overview
EWI, or Edison Welding Institute, is a leading engineering and technology organization that specializes in advanced welding and joining solutions. They provide innovative manufacturing processes and technologies to a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. EWI generates revenue through consulting services, research and development projects, and membership programs that offer access to their expertise and resources. Founded in 1984, EWI has a rich history of driving technological advancements and supporting manufacturers in improving their production capabilities and efficiency.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your strong foundation in fracture mechanics, corrosion, and material science, highlighting your experience with environmental testing and engineering assessment methodologies relevant to EWI's Structural Integrity Engineer role.
Highlight your skills in leading technical dialogues with customers, proposal writing, project leadership, and business development in technical fields, as these are core functions of the role at EWI.
Apply to this position through multiple channels including EWI's corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect with current EWI employees in the Structural Integrity or related engineering divisions on LinkedIn to inquire about the role; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent EWI innovations or publications, or expressing interest in their work on environmental testing or fracture mechanics projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'fracture mechanics,' 'corrosion,' 'environmental testing,' 'ASTM,' 'ASME,' 'project leadership,' and 'technical sales' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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