Metallurgical Laboratory Engineer

We are the world’s top supplier of automotive test facilities, providing a full range of services to commercial automotive industry customers. Customers include not only the world’s major vehicle providers and other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), but also clients from the international motor sports community.

We are hiring a Metallurgical Laboratory Engineer to work in Dearborn, MI. 

Job Description:

This position is for a Metallurgical Laboratory Engineer at Central Laboratory with expertise in analysis of metallic components and mechanical testing. This is a full-time on-site position where the candidate will work as an expert resource for related issues in a laboratory environment.  This position comes with the possibility of conversion into the Ford Full Time Salaried Laboratory UAW workforce.

Central Laboratory supports:

• Global Product Development

• Global Manufacturing Plants

• Warranty Concerns

• Environmental Regulatory Testing

• Research

• Benchmarking

Primary Responsibilities:

Many of the primary responsibilities for this position would include the following:

·         Provide failure analysis and material evaluation of automotive components and manufacturing equipment in support of product launches, vehicle teams, and engineering.

·         Prepare and evaluate metallic samples using ASTM, SAE, and local test methods.

·         Prepare electronic reports with results, photo-documentation, and conclusions on a timely basis.

·         Regularly communicate testing results during meetings with engineers and suppliers.

·         Operate and maintain a variety of analytical instrumentation and physical testing equipment including, but not limited to, sample preparation equipment, hardness and tensile testers, SEM/EDS, XRF, OE, and metallographs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND /OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy/Materials Science or related field of study is required

• Experience with metallographic

• materials testing including microstructures, SEM/EDS, and mechanical testing.

• Experience with failure analysis testing including optical microscopy and SEM analysis techniques as well as mechanical testing

• Experience writing technical reports

• Demonstrate ability to:

• Apply quality assurance/quality control principles

• Design experiments

• Develop new analytical testing methods

• Recommend & implement new instrumentation & techniques

• Maintain analytical instrumentation

• Act as a technical resource for group related issues

• Multitask and handle complex technical issues

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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