Modeling Systems Engineer

Precision Castparts; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TIMET, part of Precision Castparts Corp., seeks a PhD-level deformation modeling leader to coordinate its global modeling efforts in Henderson, NV. You will drive simulation tool usage, work with PCC businesses on ICME activities, and represent TIMET with software vendors and modeling teams.

The role emphasizes development and validation of advanced computational methods for titanium and non-ferrous products, tool integration, and close collaboration with plant users and PCC teams.

Qualifications

• PhD in a metals or materials discipline with emphasis on computational methods or a Master's with 2+ years industrial deformation modeling experience.
• Experience with deformation modeling of aerospace materials; titanium experience preferred.
• Industrial experience with modeling applications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate TIMET’s global deformation modeling efforts and drive effective use of simulation tools.
• Develop/validate microstructure prediction tools and ICME methodologies for TIMET’s businesses.
• Represent TIMET with PCC modeling teams/forums and with software vendors.

Skills

Deformation modeling

Advanced computational methods

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD in metals or materials

Masters in metals or materials (2+ years industrial exp)

Tools

DEFORM

ICME tools

Job description

Summary

TIMET OVERVIEW

Titanium Metals Corporation (“TIMET”) offers a full range of titanium products, including ingot and slab, forging billet and mill forms. TIMET is vertically integrated, capable of making its own titanium sponge. In 2011, more than 75 percent of TIMET's sales were to aerospace and defense end markets. TIMET operates seven primary melting or mill facilities in Henderson, Nevada; Toronto, Ohio; Morgantown, Pennsylvania; Vallejo, California; Witton, England; Waunarlwydd, Wales; and Ugine, France, and employs approximately 2,750 people. In December 2012, TIMET was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. (“PCC”). PCC is a worldwide, diversified manufacturer of complex metal components and products. It serves the aerospace, power and general industrial markets. PCC is a publicly‑traded corporation listed on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol “PCP”) and a member of the Fortune 500 and S&P 500. PCC had fiscal year 2013 sales of approximately $8.4 billion and currently has approximately 28,000 employees in more than 150 manufacturing facilities in 15 countries and 30 U.S. states.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating TIMET’s global deformation modeling efforts, driving effective use of simulation tools, participating with PCC businesses in a wide range of ICME activities and representing TIMET and PCC in external ICME and related computational simulation activities.

Essential Functions

• Development and application of advanced computational methods relating to manufacture of titanium and other non ferrous metal products
• Development/assessment of microstructure prediction tools
• Development of ICME methodologies for use in TIMET’s businesses with specific focus on prediction of mechanical properties
• Validation of simulation tools
• Development and Management of TIMET’s internal databases relating to modeling
• Representing TIMET in PCC’s modeling teams/forums
• Representing TIMET with software vendors
• Provision Of Computer Modeling Services As Part Of TIMET’s Global Modeling Team With Focus On Providing Advanced Support To The Plant Based Users Of Software
• Metallurgical support to operations and customers as required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Experience with numerical modeling methods and deformation modeling required (especially DEFORM).
• Knowledge of the principles of metallurgical phase transformations, grain growth etc would be a significant advantage.
• Experience in the use of software used to predict phase diagrams would be desirable.
• Working knowledge of titanium metallurgy (preferred, but not mandatory), and metal working operations desirable,.
• Commitment to “Supply Chain” Improvement and Customer Focus
• Strong facilitation, communication, and presentation skills.
• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

Competencies

• Sound grasp of the underlying physical principle relating to deformation
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and writing skills, particularly technical reports and presentations.
• Analytical and creative thinking and ability to clearly communicate such ideas/concepts.
• Strong Mathematical skills.

Education and Experience

PhD in a metals or materials discipline with an emphasis on the development and/or use of computational method or a Masters degree in a metals or materials discipline (preferred) with minimum 2 years of industrial experience in the area of deformation modeling.

Experience with deformation modeling of aerospace materials, with titanium experience preferred.

Industrial experience with application of modeling desirable but not mandatory

Special Skills

• Ability and desire to work in a 24 hour per day, 7 day per week fast paced manufacturing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with all organization levels

Additional Notes

• Ability to work weekend and holidays as required. Some travel required

Physical Dimensions

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 regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.