The Junior Materials Engineer – Marine Alloys, Coatings, and Corrosion Control supports material selection, specification, and performance evaluation activities related to metallic alloys, protective coatings, and corrosion prevention systems used in shipbuilding, offshore structures, and marine systems. The role involves assisting senior engineers in research, documentation, testing coordination, and field support for ensuring long-term durability and regulatory compliance of materials in marine environments.
Assist in evaluating and selecting materials for structural components, piping systems, and equipment in marine and offshore applications.
Support the review and documentation of technical specifications for carbon steels, stainless steels, Cu-Ni, aluminum alloys, and advanced marine materials.
Help identify appropriate surface preparation and coating systems (epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers, etc.) for ballast tanks, hulls, and submerged components.
Assist in coordinating corrosion testing, coating adhesion checks, and salt spray testing with third-party labs or internal QA/QC teams.
Participate in field walkdowns and inspections to support coating application quality, insulation compatibility, and material condition assessments.
Support the development and control of corrosion protection systems (sacrificial anodes, impressed current systems, cathodic protection layouts).
Maintain materials database and traceability documentation including MTCs, batch records, and coating system logs.
Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to review material certifications and compliance with class/regulatory standards (ABS, DNV, ASTM, ISO, MIL-STD).
Assist with root cause analysis (RCA) for material degradation, pitting, or coating failures under the direction of senior engineers.
Stay current with material technology advancements, sustainability initiatives, and regulatory updates in the marine sector.
Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
0–2 years of experience (internships or academic project work in marine or materials engineering preferred).
Basic understanding of corrosion mechanisms, marine coatings, and common marine-grade alloys.
Familiarity with standards such as ASTM, NACE, ISO 8501, SSPC, and classification society requirements.
Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, MTCs, and technical datasheets.
Proficiency in MS Office; basic exposure to CAD or materials analysis software is a plus.
Willingness to work in field environments including shipyards or offshore sites.
Internship or co-op experience in a shipyard, offshore EPC firm, or marine classification society.
Exposure to cathodic protection systems or coating inspection tools.
NACE Level 1 or equivalent coating inspection training (desired but not required).
Mix of office and shipyard/fabrication environment; PPE required for site visits.
May involve climbing, confined space entry, and exposure to marine environments during inspections.
Occasional travel to suppliers, test facilities, or project sites may be required.