Senior Materials Failure Analysis Consultant

Engineering Systems Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401k with employer match

Flexible Time Off

Paid holidays

Wellness Reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Engineering Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Materials/Metallurgical Engineer to lead forensic failure analyses and mentor staff in Kansas City. You will oversee lab work, review literature, and communicate clear findings to clients and colleagues.

The role requires 5–10 years in materials/metallurgical research or related fields; a Master’s/Ph.D. is preferred. PE license or willingness to obtain is desirable; some travel and deposition/testimony may be involved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Master’s or Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science preferred.
• PE license is preferred or willingness to obtain.
• CWI/CQE/API certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic, root cause failure analysis in various projects as part of a team.
• Write technical reports and present findings to clients and colleagues.
• Review literature and reports to inform analyses.
• Coordinate lab activities and supervise staff to ensure quality.
• Travel as needed for project work and development events.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal

Team player

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Business development

Education

Bachelor's in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science

Master’s or Ph.D. in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science

Professional Engineer license preferred

CWI/CQE/API certifications appreciated

Tools

SEM with EDS

Optical microscopy

Metallography lab equipment

Job description

Engineering Systems Inc. seeks an experienced Materials/Metallurgical Engineer to lead forensic failure analyses and mentor staff in Kansas City. You will oversee lab work, review literature, and communicate clear findings to clients and colleagues.

The role requires 5–10 years in materials/metallurgical research or related fields; a Master’s/Ph.D. is preferred. PE license or willingness to obtain is desirable; some travel and deposition/testimony may be involved.