Support Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client in Seattle, WA is seeking a Failure Analysis Support Engineer.

Summary:
You will be responsible for conducting lab work which supports prototype failure analysis and materials development investigations. You will partner with the core engineering team to produce world-class analysis outcomes by supporting sample preparation and executing SOPs using physical/chemical characterization techniques. A majority of time will be spent in a lab environment. You will provide technical and operational support for materials and failure analysis investigations with the goal of driving design and manufacturing improvements.

To enable this, you will have the following assignments:
* Receipt, tracking and disposition of analysis samples
* Optical inspection methods and measurements
* Complete mechanical cross sectioning and associated sample preparation from SOPs
* Complete X-ray inspection method (2D and computed tomography) from SOPs
* Lab equipment maintenance procedures and scheduling of service appointments

REQUIREMENTS:
* 3 years of related work experience as lab technician/support engineer or Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Aerospace or related)
* Excellent written/communication skills and experience with writing SOP documents or lab reports
* Experience with lab safety best-practices
* Experience with at least three materials analysis techniques; Examples include X-ray, SEM/EDX, mechanical test, dye and pry, hardness testing, and 3D surface profiling
* Willingness to independently troubleshoot and maintain scientific equipment, engaging equipment manufacturers when necessary for support
* Understanding of root cause analysis methodology

Preferred qualifications:
* Experience in performing bulk materials or electronics cross sections with associated physical/chemical measurements
* Experience with X-ray inspection (2D and computed tomography) with associated measurement software (VGSTUDIO or similar)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.