PhD Metallurgical Engineer - Failure Analysis Expert

Exponent, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for its Metallurgical and Corrosion Engineering Practice in Seattle, WA. You will conduct materials, metallurgical, and mechanical failure investigations, field inspections, and specialized testing.

The role requires a PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or related field, with strong materials characterization skills and excellent communication. You will collaborate within cross-disciplinary teams and present results to clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, with familiarity in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong background in materials characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, EDS, FIB, X-ray radiography/diffraction).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute to the team.
• Knowledge of failure analysis desired.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the US, no immigration sponsorship or visa processing required.

Responsibilities

• Conducting hands-on failure analyses
• Materials characterization, metallurgical analysis
• Planning, coordinating, and executing laboratory testing
• Conducting field inspections
• Effective presentation of results to technical and non-technical clients and staff
• Communicating effectively with other engineers, technicians, managers, clients, and administrative staff

Education

PhD in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science

Tools

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Job description

Exponent is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for its Metallurgical and Corrosion Engineering Practice in Seattle, WA. You will conduct materials, metallurgical, and mechanical failure investigations, field inspections, and specialized testing.

The role requires a PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or related field, with strong materials characterization skills and excellent communication. You will collaborate within cross-disciplinary teams and present results to clients and staff.