Metallurgist - R&D

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels.  Carpenter Technology’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.  Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

METALLURGIST – R&D

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE METALLURGIST – R&D:

• Provides a range of technical services to internal and external customers supporting the attainment of Company and division goals.
• Technical services include execution of research and development programs and advancing new products and processes. 
• Applies statistical methods to solve problems and design experiments.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE METALLURGIST – R&D:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field required.
• 2 to 4 years relevant experience required.
• Business/Functional Expertise: Understands the key business drivers; uses this knowledge in own work. Expands fundamental knowledge in own function and broadens skills.
• Financial Management: Aware of costs and assists in controlling costs related to own work.
• Working knowledge of metallurgical principles, standards, methods and practices. Working knowledge of metallurgical and production equipment. Knowledge of statistical methods, six sigma and/or BPI practices.
• Problem Solving: Solves a range of problems in straightforward situations; analyzes possible solutions and assesses each using standard procedures.
• Customer Focus: Responds to non-standard requests from customers; investigates with assistance from others as needed.
• Ability to publish 1 paper per year.
• Ability to bring 1 new idea or external partner per year.
• Ability to manage project or smaller portions of larger projects and appropriately prioritize work.
• Technical writing.
• Knowledge of physical metallurgy and metallography.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge in multiple materials characterization techniques.  (ex. Electron (SEM, EDS, EPMA) and Light microscopy, Mechanical testing, High Temperature Testing, Fatigue, Image Analysis, XRD, Corrosion, Fractography, and Failure Analysis.)
• Ability to access mill and manufacturing areas.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to apply statistical methods in decision making.
• Ability to function as an individual contributor with moderate supervision.
• Ability to serve as a mentor to internal resources in narrow functional areas as requested.
• Ability to provide support and guidance to peers and managers in key projects and opportunities with minimal assistance.
• Ability to provide support and guidance to external customers in key projects and opportunities with moderate assistance.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to support and participate in team efforts.
• Ability to assist internal and external customers.
• Demonstrates growth in the application of statistics and data analysis.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.