Metallurgical Engineer

thyssenkrupp Materials NA; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) or RRSP programs with Company |

Job summary

The Metallurgical Engineer at thyssenkrupp Materials NA will support the concept, development, and design of large engine components, metallurgical processes, and sourcing validation.

This role partners with facility teams, product groups, global purchasing, and suppliers to provide technical metallurgical guidance, perform failure analysis of field and shop components, and drive quality improvement and supplier validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to self-start tasks.
• Strong customer interface and communication skills.
• Proficient technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on engine components and systems.
• Conduct product audits and metallurgical analysis of PPAP samples.
• Disposition components for metallurgical conformance.
• Collaborate with process partners to improve metallurgical processes and validate new suppliers.
• Evaluate feasibility and design compliance of new products, processes, or systems.
• Prepare and communicate results to internal customers, suppliers, team members, and business units.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Initiative/self-start

Customer interface

Technical writing

Education

Metallurgical/Materials Eng degree

Job description

Job Summary

Job Description Summary
The Metallurgical Engineer will support the concept, development, and design of large engine components, metallurgical processes, and sourcing validation. This role partners with facility teams, product groups, global purchasing, and suppliers to provide technical metallurgical guidance. The position is responsible for failure analysis of field and shop components, generation of metallurgical testing requests, and collaboration with process partners to ensure product quality and continuous improvement.

Job Description

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Perform failure analysis on engine components and systems.
• Conduct product audits and metallurgical analysis of PPAP samples.
• Disposition components for metallurgical conformance.
• Collaborate with process partners to improve metallurgical processes and validate new suppliers.
• Evaluate new products, processes, or systems for feasibility and design compliance.
• Prepare and communicate results to internal customers, suppliers, team members, and business units.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to self‑start tasks.
• Strong customer interface and communication skills.
• Proficient technical writing skills.

Desired Qualifications

• 1–2 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 1 year with a Master’s or Doctorate.
• Experience in engine component failure analysis.
• Metallurgical weld analysis experience.
• Welding knowledge and hands‑on welding experience is a plus for this engineering role.
• Experience evaluating fasteners and castings.
• NDT evaluation experience (Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant, Visual).
• Familiarity with Lafayette Metallurgical Operation Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Knowledge of CAT specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical prints.
• Strong teamwork, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Demonstrated urgency and commitment to meeting customer expectations.

Job Compensation

Compensation up to $80k based on experience.

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

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