Metallurgical Engineer: Castings & Process Leader

KingRecruitingServices; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices in Milwaukee, WI seeks a hands-on metallurgical engineer to drive alloy performance and casting process improvements across lab and shop floor. You''ll collaborate with operations, quality, and sales to deliver technical solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial customers.

The role includes reviewing specifications, analyzing microstructures and mechanical properties, and preparing technical reports and customer documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• Minimum two years of foundry or casting experience.
• Strong understanding of metallurgy and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customers.

Responsibilities

• Improve alloy performance and casting processes from lab or shop floor.
• Support melting, casting, heat treatment, and finishing operations.
• Review customer specifications and technical requirements.
• Analyze metallurgical data, microstructures, and mechanical properties.
• Troubleshoot quality and production challenges through root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, engineering, sales, and customers to deliver solutions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Metallurgy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field

Job description

KingRecruitingServices in Milwaukee, WI seeks a hands-on metallurgical engineer to drive alloy performance and casting process improvements across lab and shop floor. You''ll collaborate with operations, quality, and sales to deliver technical solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial customers.

The role includes reviewing specifications, analyzing microstructures and mechanical properties, and preparing technical reports and customer documentation.