Heat Treatment Engineer

QUICK USA; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

QUICK USA in Columbus, IN seeks a Heat Treatment Engineer to design, optimize, and manage thermal processing of metal components. Lead process development, QA, and operator training to meet specifications and improve yield.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in metallurgy or related field, 5+ years in heat treating, and hands-on testing skills. Strong problem-solving and team leadership are essential for success in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in heat treating, metallurgy, or manufacturing engineering; aerospace/automotive experience preferred.
• Soft skills: detail-oriented, strong problem-solving, excellent communication, thrives in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design & optimize heat treatment cycles (carburizing, induction hardening, quenching, tempering) to meet specs.
• Conduct metallurgical tests (hardness, tensile, microstructure) to ensure quality.
• Operate and maintain furnaces and quenching systems; troubleshoot issues to maintain uptime.
• Train and guide heat treatment operators and production supervisors for safe, efficient procedures.

Skills

Heat treatment expertise

Metallurgy knowledge

Problem solving

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position

Heat Treatment Engineer

Summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled and dedicated Heat Treatment Engineer to design, optimize, and manage thermal processing operations to enhance the mechanical properties, durability, and performance of metal components. This role plays a critical part in combining metallurgy expertise, process control, and quality assurance to ensure product specifications are met while leading shop floor team members. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of thermal processing, hands-on testing abilities, and strong engineering problem-solving skills.

Essential Duties

1. Process Design & Optimization
   Develop and refine heat treatment cycles (such as Carburizing, Induction Hardening, quenching, tempering, etc.) to meet material specifications and performance goals.
   Address defects, material inconsistencies, or process deviations to continuously improve yield and product quality.

2. Metallurgical Testing & Quality Assurance
   Conduct and interpret metallurgical tests, including hardness, tensile, and microstructure analysis, to ensure top product quality.
   Ensure full compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO) and specific customer specifications.

3. Equipment Operation & Maintenance
   Operate and maintain furnaces, quenching systems, and related equipment.
   Troubleshoot technical and equipment issues to maintain process consistency and uptime.

4. Training & Team Supervision
   Train and guide Heat Treatment Operators and Production Supervisors on safe, efficient heat treatment procedures.
   Work closely with manufacturing management (reporting to the Vice President) to ensure high operational performance.

Working Location

Columbus, IN

Salary / Benefit

$100K - $120K / year

Holidays

Weekend and Holidays

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in heat treating, metallurgy, or manufacturing engineering (experience in aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing sectors is preferred).
Soft Skills: High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.