R&D Materials Associate

Company Description

Prometheus Materials is at the forefront of sustainable innovation, providing cutting-edge building materials that drive the transition to a carbon-negative future. Drawing inspiration from nature, our solutions utilize microalgae in the creation of our ProZERO™ line of carbon-negative supplemental cement blends. These blends are optimized for ready-mix concrete applications, manufactured products, and licensed material solutions tailored to the needs of existing concrete manufacturers. Prometheus Materials is dedicated to reshaping the construction industry with environmentally friendly and high-performance materials.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Longmont, CO.

The R&D Associate is responsible for daily operations of making and testing bio-concrete specimens. This person will aid with formulation, mix design optimization, and manufacturing processes to meet production needs and schedules as well as the calibration and maintenance of mechanical testing equipment. The Materials R&D Associate will report to a Materials Scientist.

Required Competencies

• Research and Development: Demonstrated ability in R&D settings and desire to approach challenges with unrelenting inquisition and determination.
• Lab Operations: Experience working in a chemistry, materials science, or engineering lab. Demonstrable ability to collect, process, and analyze data from materials and property characterization instrumentation.
• Process Handling: Capacity to deliver consistent specimens and conduct standardized tests.
• Awareness: Ability to observe, capture, and report unique test specimens.
• Active Listening and Communication: Follow verbal and written instructions, ask questions when appropriate.
• Physical Strength: Able to lift up to 50 pounds and repetitively or continuously sit, stand, bend, or reach for periods of up to 10 hours per day.
• Safety: Ensure the physical safety of oneself and one’s co-workers at all times. Follow all safety- related guidelines and instructions given by supervisors and co-workers to safely operate and clean equipment.
• Computer Software: Ability to operate Windows or Mac based PC systems as well as Microsoft and GSuite applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Google Sheets, etc.).

Preferred Competencies

• Education: College degree in civil engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience: Knowledge and experience with concrete and/or masonry construction, mix design optimization, property measurement, and data analysis.
• Lean: Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices including 5s, Six Sigma, etc.
• Sourcing: General knowledge of material sourcing for production environments.

Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@prometheusmaterials.com

Commitment To Diversity

Prometheus Materials embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Hourly compensation based on experience. Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits available. Prometheus Materials Inc is an equal opportunity employer.