Gas Turbine Forging Engineer: Materials & Process Expert

Power Systems Hanwha; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LRP Media Group is looking for a Forging Engineer based in the United States, specifically in Jupiter, FL. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, with at least 2 years of experience working with metal alloys used in gas turbines. Responsibilities include reviewing manufacturing processes, conducting material assessments, and providing detailed analysis. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. This is an excellent opportunity in a dynamic and innovative company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in the field preferred.
• Ability to conduct microstructure evaluations and defect assessments.
• Must be available for travel to suppliers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review and execute approval of special manufacturing processes.
• Perform material related non-conformance assessments.
• Conduct root cause analysis.

Skills

2+ years of experience with metal alloys used for gas turbines

2+ years of experience conducting evaluations of microstructure and defects

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software

Detail-oriented and self-starter

Strong written and oral communication skills

Able to interpret engineering prints

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, or related field

Job description

POSITION: Forging Engineer

LOCATION: Jupiter, FL.

STATUS: Salary Exempt

Job Summary:

Seeking a Forging Engineer with basic knowledge of wrought, formed, and forged steel, cobalt, and nickel alloys. This includes understanding the effects of manufacturing processing and heat treatment on properties.

Essential duties & responsibilities

The essential functions of the job include the following:

• Review and execute approval of special manufacturing processes that have metallurgical requirements
• Material related non-conformance assessments and dispositions
• Root cause analysis
• Gas turbine material selection: Stainless steel, low carbon steel, nickel, and cobalt alloys for components throughout the gas turbine. This includes:
• Forgings, sheet metal, plate, bar
• Responsible for material and process qualification specification creation and revisions
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Training

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, or related field

Skills/Experience

• 2+ years of experience with metal alloys used for gas turbines preferred
• 2+ years Experience conducting evaluations of microstructure and defects
• Available for travel to suppliers for qualification review and audits as needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software
• Must be a detail-oriented, high energy, self-starter with the ability to drive the successful completion of projects within specified time frames
• Process and team-oriented; able to work with a diverse workforce
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Trustworthy, quick learning, innovative and reliable
• Metallurgical lab evaluation technique experience preferred
• Familiar with commercial material specifications – domestic and international
• Able to interpret engineering prints
• Knowledge of welding / brazing processes preferred
• Knowledge of protective coatings for gas turbine components preferred
• Investment casting process

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