Metallurgist Engineer

Victaulic de Mexico S DE R.L. DE C.V.; Chihuahua; Presencial; MXN 400.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Victaulic in Chihuahua, Mexico, is seeking a Metallurgist Engineer to lead metallurgical processes within the Quality Team. You will supervise production-related metallurgy, analyze metals, and drive improvements across casting and metal transformation operations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Metallurgical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and strong English proficiency. This onsite position offers growth opportunities and a focus on continuous improvement.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or related field.
• English proficiency.
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in nodular iron manufacturing.
• Experience with in-process molding.
• Knowledge of induction furnace refractory maintenance.
• Experience with sand molding processes.
• Knowledge of statistical tools.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
• Experience with data and trend analysis.
• Experience preparing documentation, procedures, method sheets, and forms.
• Knowledge of geometric and dimensional tolerances.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily metallurgical process walkthroughs and ensure metal transformations meet quality standards.
• Perform metallurgical analysis, lab testing, and material evaluations.
• Identify process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure safety, health, environmental, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor colleagues on metallurgical processes.
• Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Metallurgical expertise

Data & trend analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Herramientas

Statistical tools

Induction furnace maintenance

Descripción del empleo

ABOUT VICTAULIC

Victaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors.

Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.

Our sustainable solutions, made from high-quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigurable and minimizing environmental impact.

Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world’s most critical and prestigious structures.

An Industry Leader With a Heart as Big as Its Ambition and Innovation

At Victaulic, we’re committed to constructing a better world for and with our people. Let’s Build a Better World Together.

Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars: We build from within. We stand behind our people. We foster an environment for constant learning. We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.

YOUR IMPACT STARTS HERE

We’re looking for a Metallurgist Engineer to join our Quality Team in Chihuahua.

In this role, you’ll supervise and manage processes related to the production, processing, and analysis of metals and alloys, ensuring that operations are efficient, safe, and compliant with established quality standards.

You’ll manage assigned resources and work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Production, and Corporate teams to resolve technical issues, optimize processes, and support the company’s success and growth in the sector.

This is an opportunity to lead metallurgical performance, strengthen technical capabilities, and drive continuous improvement across casting and metal transformation processes.

WHAT YOU’LL BUILD & OWN

• Daily process walkthroughs, monitoring metal transformation to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform metallurgical analysis, laboratory testing, and material evaluations to ensure products meet technical and regulatory specifications.
• Optimize production by identifying improvement opportunities in existing processes and proposing solutions to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure activities comply with applicable safety, occupational health, environmental, quality, and industry regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Production to resolve technical issues and optimize overall operations.
• Mentor Production, Process Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance personnel on metallurgical processes and requirements.
• Maintain assertive communication with Corporate regarding metallurgical topics, projects, and operational needs.
• Assist as a primary contact for issues related to the metal composition of casting products.
• Manage and train assigned resources to support technical development and operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate process records, test results, and analyses, and prepare technical reports and recommendations for management and other teams.
• Analyze metallurgical test results and material evaluations, and make decisions based on the available data and findings.
• Resolve quality issues by addressing technical problems, proposing solutions, and overseeing implementation.
• Maintain records of weekly activities, prepare technical reports, and update documentation related to processes and projects.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues during daily operations, working with multidisciplinary teams as needed.
• Participate in continuous process improvement programs.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training courses, seminars, conferences, and updates on technological and regulatory advances in metallurgy.
• Participate in team meetings, report project progress, and discuss strategies to improve efficiency and quality.
• Advance assigned projects, ensuring established deadlines and budgets are met.
• Publish a monthly quality report analyzing quality test results, including strength, hardness, chemical composition, and other applicable characteristics, and assess compliance with technical specifications and regulations.
• Generate and submit a monthly metallurgical analysis report to management, summarizing analyses performed, including microstructures, heat treatments, and mechanical and physical properties of processed metals.
• Provide training and coaching reports for personnel under supervision, focused on technical skill development and compliance with training requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or a related field.
• English proficiency.
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience in nodular iron manufacturing.
• Experience with in-process molding.
• Knowledge of induction furnace refractory maintenance.
• Experience with sand molding processes.
• Knowledge of statistical tools.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
• Experience with data and trend analysis.
• Experience preparing documentation, procedures, method sheets, and forms.
• Knowledge of geometric and dimensional tolerances.

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Advanced experience in metallurgical analysis, including microstructures, heat treatments, and mechanical and physical properties of metals.
• Experience leading technical investigations and resolving metallurgical and casting quality issues.
• Ability to mentor multidisciplinary personnel and manage technical resources.
• Strong cross-functional and Corporate communication skills, with experience presenting technical reports and recommendations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Build A Better Career
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
• Career development programs and internal promotion pathways.
• We build from within.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Build A Better Future
• Life insurance and savings fund.
• Build A Better You
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one another.
• Build A Better World
• Join a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.

COMPENSATION

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This role may also be eligible for competitive salary and enhanced benefits beyond legal requirements.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird’s Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there—increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast-growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.