Metallurgical Engineer

Cindavi; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi is seeking a Lab Technician to join the Quality Department in Corpus Christi, TX. The role emphasizes precise preparation and analysis to keep operations moving and support engineers in product development.

You'll coordinate on the shop floor, prepare metallurgical samples, and maintain equipment while adhering to strict safety standards. This is a first-shift, hands-on opportunity to advance a technical career in a modern industrial lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Proven commitment to industrial or laboratory safety in a manufacturing setting.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow precise procedures.
• Strong communication to collaborate with shop floor personnel and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with plant operators to safely gather steel strip and fabricated metal samples from the manufacturing floor.
• Prepare metallurgical specimens by sectioning, mounting, and polishing for evaluation.
• Conduct laboratory analyses and light optical microscopy to support investigations and quality checks.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure calibration of tools to high standards.
• Collaborate with engineers and metallurgists to support development, improvements, and production trials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring a Lab Technician to join our Quality Department in Corpus Christi, Texas. If you are a hands-on technical professional who values precision and safety, this is your opportunity to step into a modern industrial laboratory environment. We are building a team dedicated to continuous improvement and product excellence, and we need someone who can own the critical front-end logistics of our physical metallurgy lab. This role is not just about running tests; it is about keeping our operations moving, ensuring our engineers have exactly what they need, and building a strong foundation for your own technical career.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with plant operators to safely and efficiently gather steel strip and fabricated metal samples directly from the manufacturing floor.
• Prepare metallurgical specimens with exact precision by sectioning, mounting, and polishing samples for evaluation.
• Conduct structured laboratory analyses and light optical microscopy to support claims investigations and routine quality checks.
• Maintain our laboratory equipment and ensure all tools are calibrated to the highest standards.
• Partner with our engineers and metallurgists to support new product development, continuous improvement projects, and production trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• A proven commitment to industrial or laboratory safety and the ability to work confidently in a manufacturing setting.
• A high degree of attention to detail and the discipline to follow precise, sequenced preparation procedures.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with both shop floor personnel and the engineering team.

Our team values dedication, safety, and a drive to do things better. We offer a competitive base salary, strong incentive potential, and a predictable first-shift schedule. If you are ready to make a tangible impact and grow your technical career with a collaborative team,