TTI Assistant Research Scientist (Roadside Safety)

Location: Bryan, Texas, United States. Hybrid remote work is available, with two days per week in a TTI Texas-based office, increasing to three days starting September 1. The primary duty station is TTI Headquarters, and reporting there is required for the first 30 days.

Company

Texas A&M Transportation Institute is a Texas state agency and member of The Texas A&M University System conducting transportation research, education, and technology transfer.

What you will do

• Perform engineering and simulation analyses supporting the design and development of roadside safety devices.
• Conduct crash testing to analyze and evaluate roadside safety features.
• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and report phases of research and development projects.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams of research staff, students, and support personnel.
• Prepare technical reports, memoranda, literature reviews, presentations, and other research deliverables.
• Develop externally funded research proposals and present results to sponsors and at conferences.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• At least three years of related professional experience.
• Experience with non-linear finite element modeling and simulation.
• Experience designing and testing roadside safety devices.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Nice to have

• Experience with LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, SolidWorks, or computer programming.

Culture & Benefits

• Entrepreneurial work environment with access to Texas A&M students, faculty, and transportation experts.
• Premier research facilities, accredited laboratories, safety proving ground, and research support services.
• Flexible work hours and hybrid telecommuting options.
• Health coverage options and other benefits through The Texas A&M University System.
• Relocation assistance, tuition reimbursement, data allowance, and home office equipment reimbursement may be available if eligible.
• Employment is contingent on funding availability, satisfactory performance, credential verification, and a criminal history check.