Remote Metallurgy & Welding SME

Boyd Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Corporation is seeking a Metallurgy/Metal Joining Subject Matter Expert to serve as the technical authority on materials engineering and joining initiatives. You will define best practices, develop advanced welding procedures, and guide R&D for durable, high-performance components.

This role focuses on near-term and future projects across our manufacturing operations. Ideal candidates bring a PhD/Master's in Metallurgy or Welding Engineering, 8+ years in physical metallurgy, and expert

Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Welding Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in physical/metallurgical metallurgy, specifically metal joining processes in aerospace, automotive, or heavy manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of phase transformations, residual stress, and the ductile-to-brittle transition temperature in welded joints.
• Experience with computational metallurgy software (e.g., Thermo-Calc, JMatPro) and materials characterization equipment (SEM, XRD, OES).
• Exceptional technical writing and presentation skills, with ability to translate complex metallurgical data into actionable engineering solutions.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Responsibilities

• Metal Joining & Welding Leadership: Develop, qualify, and optimize metal joining procedures; evaluate weld cycles, HAZ microstructure, and PWHT considerations.
• Metallurgical Analysis & Testing: Analyze properties, perform root-cause failure analysis, oversee lab operations and microstructural characterization.
• R&D and Process Optimization: Lead research for innovative joining techniques; collaborate with design and production to align materials specs with capabilities; assess advanced manufacturing options for reliability.

Skills

Metal Joining Leadership

Metallurgical Analysis

R&D & Process Optimization

Regulatory Compliance Mentorship

Technical Writing & Presentations

Education

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Welding Engineering

Tools

Thermo-Calc

JMatPro

SEM

XRD

OES

Job description

Boyd Corporation is seeking a Metallurgy/Metal Joining Subject Matter Expert to serve as the technical authority on materials engineering and joining initiatives. You will define best practices, develop advanced welding procedures, and guide R&D for durable, high-performance components.

This role focuses on near-term and future projects across our manufacturing operations. Ideal candidates bring a PhD/Master's in Metallurgy or Welding Engineering, 8+ years in physical metallurgy, and expert