Machine Learning
Samantha Philmont
Materials Scientist
Rogers,AR
Summary
Accomplished Lead Material Scientist with a proven track record at Nanoscience Analytical, specializing in materials research and development. Expert in project management and innovation, demonstrated through significant advancements in materials science. Skilled in critical thinking and teamwork, consistently driving projects to completion while mentoring a dynamic team. Achieved a notable increase in process efficiency and patent filings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Lead Material Scientist
Nanoscience Analytical
03.2023 - Current
- Materials Research and Development: Leading the research, development, and testing of new materials or improving existing materials to meet specific project or product requirements.
- Project Management: Overseeing multiple projects, setting timelines, budgets, and objectives, ensuring that the team meets deadlines and project goals.
- Team Leadership and Mentorship: Managing and guiding a team of scientists and engineers, providing mentorship, assigning tasks, and ensuring the team’s productivity.
- Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and design teams to integrate materials solutions into product development and production processes.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzing experimental data, material properties, and performance results, and creating reports to communicate findings to stakeholders and clients.
- Quality Control and Assurance: Ensuring that materials meet regulatory standards and quality requirements for use in specific applications, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.
- Innovation and Patenting: Driving innovation within the organization, staying updated on materials science advancements, and potentially filing patents for new materials or processes developed.
- Supplier and Vendor Management: Coordinating with external suppliers and vendors to procure raw materials, assess material quality, and ensure alignment with project requirements.
Material Engineer
Intel
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Material Selection: Identifying and selecting the most suitable materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites) for specific applications based on performance, cost, and environmental factors.
- Testing and Analysis: Conducting tests to assess the mechanical, thermal, chemical, and electrical properties of materials to ensure they meet project or industry standards.
- Design and Development: Designing materials and developing processing techniques to create new materials or improve existing ones for use in a wide range of products and industries.
- Failure Analysis: Investigating material failures or performance issues, determining the root cause, and recommending solutions to prevent future failures.
- Process Optimization: Working on improving manufacturing processes to ensure materials are produced efficiently, cost-effectively, and to high-quality standards.
- Compliance and Quality Control: Ensuring materials and products comply with safety, regulatory, and quality standards, and conducting inspections to verify compliance.
- Collaboration with Design and Manufacturing Teams: Partnering with design engineers and manufacturing teams to integrate materials into product designs and ensure efficient production.
- Sustainability and Environmental Impact: Focusing on sustainability by developing eco-friendly materials, recycling processes, and reducing waste and energy consumption in material production.
Assistant Material Engineer
JA SOLAR AZ LLC
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Support Material Testing: Assisting in conducting experiments and tests on materials to evaluate properties such as strength, durability, and resistance to environmental factors.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Gathering and analyzing test data, maintaining accurate records, and helping to interpret results for further research or development.
- Sample Preparation: Preparing material samples for testing or analysis, including cutting, molding, or treating materials according to project specifications.
- Report Preparation: Assisting in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate findings to senior engineers or project teams.
- Process Assistance: Supporting the development and optimization of material processing techniques to ensure consistency and quality in manufacturing.
- Quality Control: Assisting in inspections and quality control activities to ensure materials meet standards, specifications, and safety regulations.
- Collaboration with Engineers: Working alongside senior engineers and cross-functional teams, providing technical assistance on materials selection and problem-solving.
- Inventory and Material Management: Helping to manage material inventory, ordering raw materials, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure the availability of materials needed for projects.
Education
Master of Science - Materials Science
Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Research and experiments
Project Management
Research and publication
Research management
Genetic Engineering
Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-solving abilities
Interests
Artificial Intelligence
Timeline
Lead Material Scientist
Nanoscience Analytical
03.2023 - Current
Material Engineer
Intel
01.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant Material Engineer
JA SOLAR AZ LLC
07.2019 - 11.2020
Master of Science - Materials Science
Stanford University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Materials Science
University of Arizona
05.2001 -
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