Senior Materials Engineer - Chemical Applications

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Innovative R&D environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Canada, seeks a Senior Materials Engineer with chemical applications expertise to join their advanced R&D team. You will select, test, and qualify materials for demanding chemical processing environments, ensuring durability and safety.

The role emphasizes corrosion science, materials selection, and failure analysis, with collaboration across process engineers and suppliers to meet project requirements and push innovations in material degradation challenges.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in materials engineering focusing on chemical industry applications.
• Expertise in corrosion science, materials selection and failure analysis in aggressive chemical environments.
• Proficiency with materials characterization techniques and equipment.
• Strong understanding of ASTM, NACE and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select materials for chemical process equipment.
• Conduct material testing and analysis (corrosion, mechanical, failure) to assess performance.
• Develop material specifications and quality control procedures for incoming materials and fabricated components.
• Investigate material failures, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with process engineers, design teams and suppliers to meet project requirements.
• Stay current with advancements in materials science and their chemical industry applications.

Skills

Corrosion science

Materials selection

Failure analysis

Analytical skills

Education

Master's/PhD in Materials Science or related field

Tools

Materials characterization equipment

ASTM/NACE standards

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Materials Engineer with expertise in chemical applications to join their advanced research and development team in Kimberley . This role focuses on selecting, testing, and qualifying materials for use in demanding chemical processing environments, ensuring durability, safety, and performance. You will play a critical role in material selection for new equipment, troubleshooting material failures, and contributing to innovative solutions for corrosion and material degradation challenges. This position is perfect for a materials science expert who thrives in a challenging R&D setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select appropriate materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites) for chemical process equipment, considering factors like corrosion, temperature, and pressure.
• Conduct material testing and analysis (e.g., corrosion testing, mechanical testing, failure analysis) to assess performance and identify issues.
• Develop material specifications and quality control procedures for incoming materials and fabricated components.
• Investigate material failures, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with process engineers, design teams, and suppliers to ensure materials meet project requirements.
• Stay current with advancements in materials science and their applications in the chemical industry.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Materials Science , Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in materials engineering, with a focus on chemical industry applications.
• Expertise in corrosion science , materials selection, and failure analysis in aggressive chemical environments.
• Proficiency with materials characterization techniques and equipment.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards (e.g., ASTM, NACE).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for significant bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge materials science challenges in Kimberley .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and further education.
• A stimulating work environment with a focus on innovation and technical excellence.