Metallurgical Engineer – Fabrication

We are looking for a Mid-Level Metallurgical Engineer to contribute technical expertise in materials engineering across various fabrication processes, including welding, machining, thermal treatment, and forming operations. This role will focus on materials selection, process optimization, quality control, and failure analysis. The ideal candidate has hands-on lab and shop-floor experience and can work cross-functionally with design, quality, and production teams to improve material performance and ensure compliance with manufacturing and industry standards.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Materials Selection & Specification Development

• • Select appropriate metals and alloys based on strength, fatigue, corrosion, and thermal requirements.

  • Create and maintain detailed material specifications, datasheets, and application guidelines.

2. Welding & Heat Treatment Process Engineering

• • Review and support Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs).

  • Recommend and validate heat treatment processes (e.g., annealing, tempering, quenching) based on part geometry and alloy type.

3. Metallurgical Testing & Failure Analysis

• • Plan and conduct metallurgical testing (e.g., microstructure analysis, hardness, tensile, impact) to ensure product integrity.

  • Lead failure analysis investigations, prepare root cause reports, and propose corrective actions.

4. Fabrication Quality Control & Compliance

• • Develop inspection procedures and ensure quality control of incoming materials and fabricated parts.

  • Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME, AWS, ISO) in materials and welding.

5. Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• • Support efforts to reduce cost, improve material utilization, and increase process repeatability.

  • Collaborate with production and design teams to improve fabrication outcomes from a metallurgical standpoint.

Core Responsibilities:

• • Evaluate and recommend metals and alloys for new fabrication projects.

  • Troubleshoot fabrication and joining issues from a metallurgical perspective.

  • Analyze process defects and suggest metallurgical process adjustments.

  • Document technical reports and material review board decisions.

  • Interface with suppliers, customers, and certifying bodies regarding material standards and requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

  • 3–5 years of experience in metallurgical or materials engineering roles, preferably in a fabrication or manufacturing setting.

  • Working knowledge of welding technologies (MIG, TIG, resistance), heat treatment, and forming processes.

  • Proficiency in material testing methods (e.g., hardness, tensile, microscopy).

  • Familiarity with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM E8, ASME BPVC, AWS D1.1).

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience with metallurgical software/tools (e.g., Thermo-Calc, JMatPro, or equivalent).

  • Exposure to automated fabrication or robotic welding systems.

  • Knowledge of corrosion protection techniques (e.g., coatings, passivation, galvanizing).

  • Experience in supplier evaluation and material sourcing.