Materials and Metallurgy Engineer – Fabrication

Job Title: Materials & Metallurgy Engineer – Fabrication (Power Plant)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a motivated Junior Materials & Metallurgy Engineer to support material selection, testing, and metallurgical analysis within power plant fabrication projects. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to develop technical expertise in metals, welding behavior, and quality control of fabricated components. The role includes assisting with material inspections, documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Support & Verification

• Assist in identifying materials as per project specifications, drawings, and international standards (ASME, ASTM, API).

• Verify material test certificates (MTCs) and assist in positive material identification (PMI) activities.

• Support incoming inspection and traceability of structural steels, alloys, and welding consumables.

Welding & Metallurgical Assistance

• Learn and support welding procedure qualifications (WPS, PQR) and post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) monitoring.

• Observe metallurgical behavior in welding zones (HAZ, base metal, filler) under senior supervision.

• Assist in identifying and documenting weld defects and non-conformances.

Testing & Documentation

• Support coordination of mechanical tests (tensile, impact, bend, hardness) with third-party labs.

• Help maintain records of heat numbers, batch numbers, and material traceability logs.

• Assist with preparation of metallurgical reports and QA documentation packages.

Learning & Development

• Gain familiarity with material codes and standards (ASME Section II, IX, AWS D1.1, ASTM, ISO).

• Participate in technical training sessions and on-the-job mentoring programs.

• Build foundational knowledge of corrosion, welding metallurgy, and fabrication quality systems.

Key Focus Areas:

• Material verification and documentation support

• Assistance in welding metallurgy and inspection workflows

• Exposure to mechanical testing and metallurgical lab activities

• Development of knowledge in ASME/ASTM/API codes

• Collaboration with QA/QC and fabrication engineering teams

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical Engineering with a metallurgy focus

Experience:

• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships in fabrication, welding, or materials lab preferred)

Skills:

• Basic understanding of metal properties and weldability

• Familiarity with mechanical testing and metallurgical analysis

• Good attention to detail, documentation skills, and eagerness to learn

• Strong safety awareness and teamwork capabilities