Metallurgical Engineer – Failure Analysis & Life Assessment

Stress Engineering Services, Inc.

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

High autonomy in technical work
Healthcare plans
Employee-owned culture
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Stress Engineering Services, Inc. is looking for a Metallurgical Engineer – Staff Consultant in Houston, Texas. This role involves leading complex metallurgical consulting projects that include failure analysis, creep testing, and materials degradation across various industries.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience and will serve as a technical expert, providing high-impact reports and supporting a growing consulting practice. Benefits include healthcare and a supportive work culture that values your input and skill development.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in metallurgical engineering in relevant sectors.
  • Prior consulting experience strongly preferred.
  • Willingness to travel to various sites as required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead failure analysis across various industries.
  • Conduct creep testing and remaining life assessments.
  • Mentor early career engineers.
  • Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Metallurgical engineering
Failure analysis
Creep testing
Welding
Technical reporting
Communication skills
Consulting

Education

MS or PhD in Metallurgical / Materials Engineering

Tools

API standards knowledge
ASME codes

Job description

Stress Engineering Services, Inc. is looking for a Metallurgical Engineer – Staff Consultant in Houston, Texas. This role involves leading complex metallurgical consulting projects that include failure analysis, creep testing, and materials degradation across various industries.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of experience and will serve as a technical expert, providing high-impact reports and supporting a growing consulting practice. Benefits include healthcare and a supportive work culture that values your input and skill development.

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