Metallographer I

Acuren; Mississippi; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Metallographer I to join their dynamic team in a high-volume lab setting. This role involves performing metallographic evaluations and generating detailed reports in compliance with client specifications. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with a solid technical background in materials science. As part of a trusted provider of asset protection solutions, you will contribute to critical evaluations that ensure the integrity of various industrial sectors. Join a company committed to safety, quality, and innovation in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3+ years in materials laboratory setting or materials-related field.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate metallurgical specimens and generate reports.
• Assist in coordinating work flow and scheduling.
• Conduct corrosion susceptibility tests.

Skills

Technical Specification Interpretation

Organizational Skills

English Communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Keyboarding Proficiency

Education

Associates Degree in Technical Field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren Inspection is currently recruiting for a Metallographer I to support our operations in Richburg, SC.

THIS IS A HIGH VOLUME LAB SETTING. FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE.

The successful candidate will be performing routine metallographic evaluation of prepared metallic specimens in accordance with client requirements and internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Apply criteria expressed in material and process specifications to the evaluation of suitably prepared metallurgical specimens and generate reports.
• Assist in the coordination of work flow through the department and scheduling to meet client needs.
• Provide guidance and feedback to metallographic preparation technicians and assist with specimen preparation as required from time to time.
• Conduct various corrosion susceptibility tests.
• Interact with clients periodically to review work instructions and evaluation results.
• Perform other duties as may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Associates degree or two years of post-high school studies in relevant technical field.
• Minimum 3 years in materials laboratory setting or materials-related field. Aerospace industry experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed technical specifications and drawings
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent English communication skills including correct basic grammar, spelling, punctuation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Keyboarding proficiency (40 wpm preferred).
• Ability to safely carry out oral and written work instructions.
• MUST BE ABLE TO PASS DRUG/ALCOHOL AND BACKGROUND SCREENS PER CLIENT REQUIREMENTS.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward:be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders.Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.