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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Materials Scientist/Engineer - Advanced Materials Processing and Digital Infrastructure - **Company:** Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory - **Location:** Livermore, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $210,630.0 - $267,060.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bluetooth, Data Integration, Software Tools, Workflow Management Systems, Tablet Computers - **Published:** August 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/LLNL/3743990014868666-materials-scientist-engineer-advanced-materials-processing-and-digital-infrastructure-active-clearance-required?oga=true ## About the Role * This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or an active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire. * A master's degree in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. * Significant experience leading or contributing to advanced materials processing projects, with the ability to work independently and apply creative and innovative approaches. * Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas: advanced manufacturing processes, polymer additive manufacturing, process engineering, materials characterization, inspection technologies, or experimental validation methods. * Experience directing technical strategy and developing solutions to highly complex problems requiring in-depth analysis of multiple tangible and intangible factors. * Ability to coordinate complex technical efforts with multidisciplinary teams across organizational boundaries and serve as the primary technical contact when representing approaches and outcomes to management and stakeholders. * Advanced knowledge of and experience integrating data systems, software tools, or digital workflows to support experimental or manufacturing environments. * Advanced communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively present information and provide advice to management, as well as experience mentoring technical personnel., * PhD in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. * Expert-level experience with polymer additive manufacturing processes, including direct ink writing (DIW) or related material extrusion techniques. * Experience developing and implementing on-machine inspection systems, computer vision applications, or in situ process-monitoring technologies for manufacturing environments. * Experience architecting or implementing digital thread capabilities, data management infrastructure, or metadata systems for experimental or production workflows. * Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or related technologies for data analysis, automation, or system integration. * Track record of leading multisite technical collaborations involving multiple organizations, sponsors, and external research partners. * Experience developing concepts, proposals, and technical briefings for internal and external sponsors, including NNSA or DOE program offices. * A publication record in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at technical conferences in relevant fields., This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. ## Description We have an opening for a Materials Scientist/Engineer to lead the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes, data infrastructure, and inspection technologies that accelerate R&D workflows and support programmatic objectives. You will work at the intersection of materials science, process engineering, data systems, and experimental validation, providing technical leadership on complex, high-visibility efforts that span multiple organizations and stakeholder groups. You will direct technical strategy for advanced manufacturing initiatives, coordinate multi-site collaborations, and serve as a primary technical contact for projects that support Laboratory mission focus areas and sponsor priorities. This position is in the Materials Engineering Division (MED) within the Engineering Directorate. Depending on your assignment, this position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. You will * Lead the technical execution and strategic direction of advanced manufacturing process development, inspection technology maturation, and data infrastructure initiatives that support multiple programs and organizational objectives. * Develop and implement innovative technical approaches that integrate experimental processes, inspection systems, and data management platforms to solve highly complex problems with long-term strategic impact. * Direct technical tasks and influence the technical direction of self and others, exercising independent judgment to determine optimal methods, techniques, and implementation approaches. * Coordinate complex technical efforts and lead working groups across LLNL, partner sites, sponsors, and external collaborators. Resolve conflicting requirements and prioritize work in support of programmatic milestones and long-term objectives. * Serve as the primary technical contact and subject matter expert for advanced manufacturing capabilities, inspection workflows, and data systems. Provide strategic technical advice to multidisciplinary teams and recommendations for equipment and capability upgrades. * Architect and deploy data management tools and software platforms that improve traceability, enable rapid analysis, and support programmatic decision-making across manufacturing operations. * Represent LLNL capabilities and technical outcomes to management, sponsors, and stakeholders through presentations, technical briefings, publications, and proposal development activities. * Mentor early-career personnel in process engineering, experimental methods, data systems, and technical integration, helping to develop team capabilities and promote knowledge sharing. * Apply advanced characterization techniques and materials analysis through experimentation, collaboration with technical experts, and integration of scientific literature and experimental methods. * Perform other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Building a Cross-Platform BLE Client with Kotlin Multiplatform and Kable](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100250-building-a-cross-platform-ble-client-with-kotlin-multiplatform-and-kable) - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [APIs and Architecture for scaling omnichannel payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/90-apis-and-architecture-for-scaling-omnichannel-payments) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [Prototyping with Hardware and the Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/651-prototyping-with-hardware-and-the-web) - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)