Metallurgical Engineer

Test Metals; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Dental

Bi-Weekly Pay Schedule

401K Retirement

Job summary

Test Metals in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking a Metallurgical Analyst to plan and conduct failure analysis investigations, prepare metallographic specimens, and operate microscopy and material testing equipment.

You will report root causes of metal failures, contribute to reports, and collaborate across teams. A bachelor's in metallurgy or materials science and at least three years in a lab or forensic setting are required; master's and PE preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in metallurgy or related field.
• 3 years’ experience in laboratory or forensic setting.
• Master’s degree and PE preferred.
• Strong computer skills and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct failure analysis investigations including gathering metallurgical data and operating testing equipment (Microscopes, SEM, OES, XRF, Hardness Testers, etc.).
• Prepare and examine metallographic specimens for optical microscopy.
• Operate SEM for fracture assessment, EDS, etc.
• Report writing on root cause analyses for failures of metal components including fractures, corrosion, etc.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related field

Master's Degree and PE preferred

Tools

Microscope

SEM

OES

XRF

Hardness Testers

Job description

Company Description Test Metals, a dba of Colorado Metallurgical Services, Inc., provides independent, third-party metals and materials testing and forensic metallurgical engineering services. The organization specializes in failure analysis, corrosion analysis, weld testing, nondestructive testing, and precision test specimen machining from its machine shop. Test Metals maintains high standards of quality, integrity, and reliability in its equipment, personnel, and laboratory testing results. The laboratory is ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited, demonstrating its commitment to rigorous technical competence and accurate testing, and meets CMMC Level 1. Team members work in a professional environment that supports technical excellence and continuous learning in metallurgical engineering.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct failure analysis investigations including gathering metallurgical data and operating testing equipment (Microscopes, SEM, OES, XRF, Hardness Testers, etc.)
• Prepare and examine metallographic specimens for optical microscopy
• Operate SEM for fracture assessment, EDS, etc.
• Report writing on root cause analyses for failures of metal components including fractures, corrosion, etc.
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Training and Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related field
• Strong Computer Skills and Microsoft Office Proficient
• 3 years’ experience in laboratory or forensic setting
• Experience in operating various testing equipment related to machining operations or welding preferred
• Master's Degree and PE preferred

Personal Characteristics

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with proven ability to take ownership of multiple projects with impeccable attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits

• PTO
• Medical and Dental
• Bi-Weekly Pay Schedule
• 401K Retirement
• Pay starts at $95K