Metallurgical Failure Analysis Engineer

Element Materials Technology; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a Metallurgical Engineer with a focus on failure analysis to uncover why components fail and help prevent disasters for industry-leading clients. You will lead hands-on investigations and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and chemists.

The role directs material testing in microscopy, metallography, mechanical testing, chemical analysis, FEA, and advanced sample preparation at our Saint Paul lab, which includes Nadcap-certified NDT and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's (B.S.) degree in Materials Science or a related field.
• 2-4 years related work experience.
• Demonstrated experience collating data into cohesive conclusions, including chemistry, metallography, non-destructive testing, SEM/EDS, mechanical testing, CAD drawings, part history, and FEA.
• Preference to EIT, PE, and FASM certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate fractures and failures to perform root cause analysis
• Interpret data and write technical reports with conclusions and recommendations for product improvement and failure prevention
• Perform a variety of metallurgical evaluations including but not limited to: SEM and EDS analysis, microhardness, banding, carburization/decarburization, pitting, grain size, intergranular attack, microetching, and general microstructure evaluations
• Prepare, polish, and etch metallographic samples
• Perform equipment calibration and preventative maintenance
• Manage and order lab supplies as needed
• Participate in personal training, cross training of employees, and continued learning of industry techniques
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Skills

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or related field

Tools

SEM/EDS

CAD drawings

FEA

Metallography

Job description

Element Materials Technology in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a Metallurgical Engineer with a focus on failure analysis to uncover why components fail and help prevent disasters for industry-leading clients. You will lead hands-on investigations and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and chemists.

The role directs material testing in microscopy, metallography, mechanical testing, chemical analysis, FEA, and advanced sample preparation at our Saint Paul lab, which includes Nadcap-certified NDT and