Metallurgist

Vacuum Process Engineering, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vacuum Process Engineering, Inc. in California seeks a Metallurgist to advance materials science and heat-treatment projects. You will review specs, guide materials and processes choices, and support new alloy and coating work across aerospace and defense applications.

The role requires a B.S. in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering, plus hands-on experience with diffusion bonding, metrology, and Lean practices.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering is required.
• Experience with heat treatment technology is required.
• Ability to review customer specifications and develop manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of materials like Ti, SS, Ni, refractories, Cu, Al is expected.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications and develop manufacturing methods.
• Coordinate input from customers to understand needs.
• Advise on Materials & Processes selection.
• Support materials development, processes and applications.
• Investigate new material sources and supplier quotes.
• Apply statistical methods to solve problems and design experiments.
• Analyze defects to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare technical documentation and document manufacturing processes.

Skills

Metallurgy

Heat treatment

Materials science

Statistical methods

Diffusion bonding

Lean manufacturing

Education

B.S. in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

Database software

CAD/Design software

Inventory software

Manufacturing software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Vacuum Process Engineering, Inc., known as VPE, is an exciting company that deals in impressive technology and is currently in a growth mode. VPE’s technology has multiple applications including satellite components, microchannel heat exchangers, mandible reconstruction, and flight safety devices. There is never a dull day at VPE. We are looking for a qualified Metallurgist to help us grow and accomplish even more amazing feats. The position and challenging, but also rewarding. Qualified candidates looking to advance their career will have the opportunity to learn and progress every single day! If you feel you have the following qualifications, please apply for this position for a chance to work with some of the most innovative engineers and scientists in the country.

VPE has been in business for 45 years and has 5 buildings with over 200,000 sq ft of manufacturing space. We offer competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. We are looking for a dedicated individual with good work ethics that is seeking a long-term career with a stable company.

Pay Range

70-160k (depending on experience level). This is a metallurgical engineer role. In order to qualify for this position, you MUST have a degree in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering and proven experience with heat treatment technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviewing customer specifications and developing manufacturing methods
• Coordinating input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs
• Provide direction on relative to appropriate and optimal Materials & Processes selection
• Support materials development, processes, and applications
• Investigates new sources of materials, technology, and manufacturing processes. Recommends selection of vendors. Collaborates with purchasing in obtaining quotations or bids.
• Applies statistical methods to solve problems and design experiments
• Analyze process defects to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Support failure investigations as needed
• Prepare technical documentation and provide support/feedback for process changes Develops and documents the manufacturing process in detail with an emphasis on visual media, ease of training, and standardized format
• Reviewing and approving engineering drawings

Education and/or Experience

B.S. in Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering is required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Design software; Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Current Driver's License

Other Skills and Abilities

• Experience with alloys of Titanium, Stainless Steel, Nickel, Refractory, Copper, and Aluminum
• Exposure with Brazing: Vacuum Furnace, Hydrogen Furnace, and Induction
• Exposure to Diffusion Bonding: in vacuum or controlled atmosphere
• Micro-Channel heat exchangers and cold plates
• Furnace Tooling and Fixturing
• Thin-Film Coating
• Material phase changes
• Metrology
• Lean Manufacturing
• NADCAP, ISO 9001-2000, and/or AS-9100

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.