Senior Lab Technician - Electrical

Lab Technologist – Electrical Infrastructure and Electric Vehicle

The Arclin Aramids business has an immediate opening for a full-time Senior Lab Technician out of our Richmond, VA Location. This would primarily be an on-site position with some Hybrid flexibility. 

About Arclin: 
You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

About The Job:
The Electrical Infrastructure and Electric Vehicle segments within the Arclin business are exciting segments focused on providing materials and solutions for electrical insulation in Renewables, Transportation, Utilities, Industry 4.0 spaces and improving the durability, efficiency, and performance of batteries and motors for EVs. These segments primarily involve one of our great industry leading brands, Nomex®, which has provided the high-performing solutions to help meet virtually any electrical insulation requirement—meeting the needs of tomorrow today. The Electrical Infrastructure and Electric Vehicle segments are growth segments with the expectation of investment in key initiatives for continued sustainable growth.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting research scientists and engineers in and independently contributing to various aspects of research and development for Electrical Infrastructure and Electric Vehicle segment projects. With minimal guidance from supervision and within established procedures, the candidate will operate lab equipment, prepare test samples of various form factors, perform end-use performance evaluations and maintain information/data management activities in support of new material, process or application development. Candidate is expected to conduct experiments independently and collect, summarize and present experimental results as well as recognize and troubleshoot problems as they arise in the laboratory.  Candidate will also perform safety audit functions within the laboratory to maintain a safe working environment

• Assist and participate in the invention process with other professionals.
• Conduct experiments, to completion, according to specific procedures, exercising independent judgment and discretion as appropriate.
• Maintain, organize and summarize results of experiments including notebook entries, regulatory documentation, data analysis, technical reports, etc.
• Maintain chemical and sample inventory, coordinate outside laboratory testing including shipping samples following DOT requirements and guidelines for import/ export.
• Inspect, use, and maintain research equipment including performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting. Implement refinements in evolving technologies, equipment, and methodologies.
• Write and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and safety documentation.
• Must be capable of physical lifting and work in varying ergonomic environments.
• Work safely with hazardous chemicals, materials and solvents.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as math and computer skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills using PC-based applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent personal interaction skills and ability to work as a team member with a diverse group of people.
• Knowledge and skills to conduct hands-on experimental work in laboratory, analyze, interpret the data, and suggest modifications.
• Broad theoretical grounding and understanding in specialized or technical areas (i.e. chemistry, biology, engineering).
• Demonstrated competency in planning projects and handling multiple tasks
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Required: B.S. in physical science (chemistry, organic chemistry, physics), engineering or related field. 7 years of proven experience in a research lab environment may suffice in lieu of B.S. degree.
• Some domestic travel may be required to support varying internal and external (customer) interactions.
• Preferred: Experience with high voltage equipment
• Preferred: Strong mechanical or electrical knowledge to assist in improving or modifying complex pieces of laboratory equipment to support specialized testing needs or customer-specific requests.
• Preferred: Ability to mentor and provide guidance to laboratory technical personnel.