Fiber Optic Sensor Scientist

Job overview

Fiber Optic Sensor Scientist is an onsite role in Pittsburgh, PA. The salary range is $81,600–$116,300 per year. The role is on Battelle's Research Support Team supporting the National Energy Technology Laboratory and its energy infrastructure research. The scientist develops and evaluates fiber-optic sensing technologies for gas and other pipeline environmental monitoring. The work spans sensor fabrication and modeling through field demonstrations, with research results communicated through technical reports, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications.

What you'll do

• Fabricate material-coated optical fiber sensors for gas sensing
• simulate optical fiber interferometers using finite element analysis software such as COMSOL
• modify thin films and sensing materials for sensitive and selective operation in challenging conditions
• collaborate on sensor devices for gas, corrosion, and pipeline environmental factors
• plan and participate in field demonstrations
• document and communicate results through manuscripts, reports, and presentations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

battelle

fiber optic sensor scientist

fiber optic sensors

gas sensing

energy infrastructure

pipeline monitoring

comsol

thin films

field demonstrations

pittsburgh pa

$81,600–$116,300/year

hybrid flexibility

compressed schedule

401(k)

tuition assistance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Compressed work schedule with most teams having every other Friday off
• flexible work model that may include 60% in-office and 40% remote depending on team and position
• paid time off
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) contributions and match
• tuition assistance.

Why this role

Research spans sensor design and fabrication through field demonstration, with opportunities to publish and develop intellectual property.

About the employer

Battelle Memorial Institute is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.