Metallurgist I: Materials Analysis & Failure Investigations

Applied-Technical-Services-LL; Tipp City (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Technical Services, LLC is seeking a Metallurgist I to conduct material analysis using various techniques, generate technical findings, and prepare clear reports for customers. The role supports failure analysis investigations and materials characterization projects involving metals, coatings, and related material systems.

You will perform testing, data interpretation, and report writing, consult with customers on analysis requirements, and ensure compliance with GLP and ISO procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong math and science aptitude.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational abilities.
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), laboratory ISO requirements, and safe laboratory procedures.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and prepare technical reports for customers.
• Familiarity with materials characterization techniques such as optical microscopy, SEM, EDS, FTIR, XRD, and related methods.
• Knowledge of coatings technologies, including paints, protective coatings, and thin film materials characterization is considered a plus.
• Understanding of corrosion mechanisms, corrosion testing methods is considered a plus.
• Experience with crystalline phase identification using X-ray Diffraction (XRD) is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform material testing, data interpretation, and technical report writing.
• Consult with customers to determine the type of analysis required and obtain relevant background information.
• Perform materials characterization using microscopy and other analytical techniques.
• Assist with regular calibration, maintenance, and verification of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain and update chemical and equipment inventories.
• Adhere to laboratory quality systems, ISO requirements, and safety procedures.
• Assist senior staff with research, testing, and customer projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Math aptitude

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

GLP/ISO knowledge

Data interpretation

Education

B.S. in Metallurgical/Materials/Mechanical Engineering or related

Job description

Applied Technical Services, LLC is seeking a Metallurgist I to conduct material analysis using various techniques, generate technical findings, and prepare clear reports for customers. The role supports failure analysis investigations and materials characterization projects involving metals, coatings, and related material systems.

You will perform testing, data interpretation, and report writing, consult with customers on analysis requirements, and ensure compliance with GLP and ISO procedures.