Pratt & Whitney · 16 hours ago
Sr Engineer, Chemical Materials Engineering (Onsite)
East Hartford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$87K/yr - $165K/yr
5+ years expPratt & Whitney is a leader in aerospace innovation, and they are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented chemist/engineer to support their Analytical Chemistry Lab. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, including sample preparation, instrumentation operation, data processing, and collaborating with engineers and lab staff on research and testing initiatives.
Aviation & Aerospace
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform sample preparation for organic and inorganic chemical analysis using various techniques such as acid digestion, hotplate, and microwave methods
Conduct oil and Fuel testing
Conduct wet chemistry procedures including pH measurement, titration, and density analysis
Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as, ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma), TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis), DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry), TMA (Thermomechanical Analysis), GCMS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), Raman Spectroscopy, FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy), XPS, SIMS, and Auger
Manage lab consumables and maintain housekeeping standards
Follow EH&S protocols, including handling hazardous chemicals like hydrofluoric acid
Process and analyze data from instrumentation
Collaborate with engineers and lab staff to support research and testing initiatives
Approximately 70% of the role is hands-on in the lab
Extensive training and mentorship provided; independent work expected after
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Chemistry, or a related science field
5+ years of Chemistry experience or related field or 3+ years with an advanced degree
Lab experience is required with a strong interest in analytical chemistry and instrumentation
Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident 'Green Card' holder
Preferred
Ability to work independently after training and mentorship
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Commitment to safety and lab protocols
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.
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