Job Description
Join NexGen Innovations as a Senior R&D Engineer at the forefront of technological breakthroughs. You'll lead cutting-edge projects in sustainable materials and renewable energy systems, collaborating with world-class scientists to transform theoretical concepts into market-ready innovations. Our Austin lab offers state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that values intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to publish research in leading industry journals.
Responsibilities
- Lead R&D projects from concept to prototype development
- Design and execute experimental protocols for material science applications
- Analyze complex datasets using statistical modeling and machine learning
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align research with business objectives
- Secure intellectual property through patents and technical documentation
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation culture
Qualifications
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of hands-on R&D experience in industrial or academic settings
- Expertise in experimental design and analytical instrumentation (SEM, XRD, HPLC)
- Strong programming skills (Python, MATLAB) for data analysis
- Proven track record of publishing peer-reviewed research
- Experience with agile project management methodologies