Job Description
Join NexGen Innovations as a Senior R&D Engineer and lead the future of technological breakthroughs. We're pioneering next-gen solutions in sustainable materials and AI-driven automation, and we need visionary minds to transform theoretical concepts into tangible innovations. Our state-of-the-art lab in Austin offers unparalleled resources for experimentation and collaboration. If you're passionate about pushing boundaries and solving humanity's most complex challenges, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional R&D projects from ideation to prototype development
- Design and execute rigorous experiments to validate novel material science hypotheses
- Collaborate with data scientists to integrate machine learning into R&D workflows
- Develop technical documentation and patent disclosures for breakthrough innovations
- Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of scientific curiosity
- Present findings at industry conferences and academic symposiums
Qualifications
- PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (MS with 5+ years experience)
- Proven track record in developing commercialized R&D prototypes
- Expertise in advanced material characterization techniques (SEM, XRD, TEM)
- Strong programming skills in Python/C++ for simulation and automation
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or conference proceedings
- Experience with agile development methodologies in technical environments