Metallurgical Engineer
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Metallurgical Engineer
Greensburg, LA
Posted 1 day ago
About the job
We are a manufacturing company seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to support operations through materials analysis, process optimization, and failure investigations.
Requirements
- Experience with metallurgy and materials
- Knowledge of failure analysis
- Familiar with heat treatment
- Proficient in mechanical testing
- Strong problem-solving skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering
- 3+ years manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of industry standards
- Good communication skills
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Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to support manufacturing operations through materials analysis, process optimization, quality improvement, and failure investigations. This role will work closely with production, quality, engineering, and operations teams to improve product performance, reduce defects, and ensure materials meet customer and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, material properties, and root cause analysis.
Why join us?
Join a team where engineering doesn't sit behind a desk. This role puts you at the center of manufacturing operations, partnering with production, quality, and technical teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support critical business objectives. You'll have the autonomy to make recommendations and the support to implement them.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate metallic materials, processes, and products to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
Conduct metallurgical investigations, failure analyses, and root cause studies related to product or process issues.
Analyze material properties, microstructures, and mechanical test results to identify improvement opportunities.
Support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain specifications, procedures, and technical documentation related to materials and processing.
Work with quality and operations teams to reduce scrap, improve yield, and enhance product reliability.
Review customer specifications and assist with material selection for new and existing products.
Support audits, corrective actions, and customer inquiries related to metallurgical performance.
Participate in new product development, qualification trials, and process validation activities.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
3+ years of metallurgical or materials engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with metallography, failure analysis, heat treatment, and mechanical testing.
Knowledge of ferrous and/or non-ferrous materials and manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency with standard laboratory and testing equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in metals manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, steel, aluminum, foundry, forging, rolling, or heat treatment operations.
Knowledge of ASTM, ISO, AMS, or other industry standards.
Experience with statistical analysis and process capability tools.
Six Sigma or lean manufacturing experience.
What Success Looks Like:
Reduced material-related defects and quality issues.
Improved manufacturing process capability and product consistency.
Effective resolution of customer and production concerns.
Strong collaboration across engineering, quality, and operations teams.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us:
We are seeking a Metallurgical Engineer to support manufacturing operations through materials analysis, process optimization, quality improvement, and failure investigations. This role will work closely with production, quality, engineering, and operations teams to improve product performance, reduce defects, and ensure materials meet customer and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate has experience in a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of metallurgy, heat treatment, material properties, and root cause analysis.
Why join us?
Join a team where engineering doesn't sit behind a desk. This role puts you at the center of manufacturing operations, partnering with production, quality, and technical teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support critical business objectives. You'll have the autonomy to make recommendations and the support to implement them.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate metallic materials, processes, and products to ensure compliance with quality and performance standards.
Conduct metallurgical investigations, failure analyses, and root cause studies related to product or process issues.
Analyze material properties, microstructures, and mechanical test results to identify improvement opportunities.
Support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain specifications, procedures, and technical documentation related to materials and processing.
Work with quality and operations teams to reduce scrap, improve yield, and enhance product reliability.
Review customer specifications and assist with material selection for new and existing products.
Support audits, corrective actions, and customer inquiries related to metallurgical performance.
Participate in new product development, qualification trials, and process validation activities.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
3+ years of metallurgical or materials engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience with metallography, failure analysis, heat treatment, and mechanical testing.
Knowledge of ferrous and/or non-ferrous materials and manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency with standard laboratory and testing equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in metals manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, steel, aluminum, foundry, forging, rolling, or heat treatment operations.
Knowledge of ASTM, ISO, AMS, or other industry standards.
Experience with statistical analysis and process capability tools.
Six Sigma or lean manufacturing experience.
What Success Looks Like:
Reduced material-related defects and quality issues.
Improved manufacturing process capability and product consistency.
Effective resolution of customer and production concerns.
Strong collaboration across engineering, quality, and operations teams.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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