Metallurgical Laboratory Expert

SKF Group; Villar Perosa; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Metallurgical Laboratory Expert for its Villar Perosa Plant. The role involves managing laboratory activities, ensuring quality compliance, and overseeing metallurgical analyses. Candidates should have a degree in Materials Science or significant experience in relevant sectors, with fluency in Italian and English. Join us to contribute to innovative metallurgical processes and improve production standards.

Competenze

• Experience in metallurgical laboratories in aerospace or mechanical sectors.
• Specific technical experience in heat treatments of steel and copper alloys.
• Proven experience in managing relationships with stakeholders.

Mansioni

• Coordinate laboratory activities and supervise daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Oversee metallurgical analyses and interpret test data.
• Participate in Nadcap audits relating to metallurgical lab activities.

Conoscenze

Fluent Italian

Fluent English

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of metallurgical analysis techniques

Formazione

Degree in Materials Science or Engineering

Technical High School Diploma with experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Are you passionate about metallurgy and eager to make a difference in a dynamic and innovative environment? Are you interested in working in a constantly evolving field with strong international connections?

Then you might be our new Metallurgical Laboratory Expert at the Aerospace BU, Villar Perosa Plant.

Responsibilities

• As the Metallurgical Laboratory Expert, you will manage and coordinate laboratory activities, supervise daily operations, and interact with internal stakeholders (Quality, Production, etc.) and external ones (customers, suppliers, or third-party entities), with the goal of continuously improving our production processes.
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Overseeing metallurgical analyses and interpreting test data, along with preparing technical reports and presenting analysis results.
• Preparing for and participating in Nadcap audits, as well as audits by authorities and customers, related to metallurgical lab activities.

Application Areas

• Approval of heat treatment processes for steel and copper alloys (Salt/Vacuum Hardening, Carburizing, Nitriding)
• Support the development of heat treatment process cycles (High/Low alloy steels, copper alloys, carburizing process)
• Hardness control management (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers)
• X-ray Diffraction (Residual stress, Retained austenite verification)

Main Requirements

• Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Technical High School Diploma with significant experience in metallurgical laboratories in aerospace or mechanical sectors
• In-depth knowledge of metallurgical analysis techniques
• Specific technical experience in heat treatments of steel and copper alloys
• Proven experience in managing relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, and being part of working groups for local and/or international projects
• Fluent Italian and English, both written and spoken

About SKF

In SKF, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment and strongly believe that a diverse team is essential to our continued success. Therefore, we focus solely on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are: be yourself! #weareSKF

This is the right job for you if…

• You have excellent communication skills and strong problem-solving abilities;
• You are interested in developing your career and improve your leadership abilities;

Additional Information

The workplace will be the SKF Avio plant in Villar Perosa (Turin), reporting to the Quality Factory & Repair Station Manager – Avio. Local contract will be offered.

For information about the selection process, please contact Simona Collino – Recruiter Expert Europe & Africa, [e-mail]. Applications via email will not be accepted.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.

Is this you?

If this role is right for you, don’t hesitate – apply now!

Send us your CV and any cover letter by November 3, 2025.

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