Metallurgical Engineer - Automotive

Stefanini$93K — $101K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or equivalent experience
  • Deep understanding of phase transformations, alloy behavior, fracture mechanics, corrosion, and high-temperature properties
  • Hands-on proficiency with SEM, EDS, optical microscopy, and tensile testing
  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail for solving complex material issues
  • Excellent technical writing skills for clear documentation and presentations

Responsibilities

  • Examine failed components using advanced techniques for root cause analysis
  • Develop and perform destructive and non-destructive tests to replicate failures
  • Analyze test results and microscopic images to understand material behavior
  • Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to various teams
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on challenging metallurgy failure analysis projects
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
  • Focus on employee development and relationship building
  • Emphasis on thorough hiring process with direct communication
  • Access to advanced analytical tools and techniques in a supportive setting
Full Job Description
Details:

Stefanini is looking for a Metallurgical Engineer - Automotive in Hagerstown, MD

For quick apply, please reach out to Ronald Alvarado

l: [email protected]

Work Location: 13302 Pennsylvania Ave. Hagerstown, MD 21742

Responsibilities:

A Metallurgy Failure Analysis job involves investigating why metal parts break or perform poorly, using tools like SEM, EDS, Hardness tester and microscopy to find the root cause (fracture, corrosion, design flaw) and recommending solutions to prevent recurrence, requiring strong materials science, metallurgical principles, and technical report writing skills
  • Root Cause Analysis: Examine failed components (fracture surfaces, corrosion, microstructures) using advanced techniques to determine failure origins and mechanisms (fatigue, creep, stress corrosion cracking).
  • Testing & Validation: Develop and perform destructive (tensile, hardness) and non-destructive (NDT) tests to replicate failures and validate material performance.
  • Data Interpretation: Analyze test results and microscopic images (fractography) to understand material behavior and failure modes.
  • Reporting & Communication: Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to engineering, quality, and management teams.
  • Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, quality) to implement corrective actions and improve product reliability.


Job Requirements

Details:

Qualifications:
  • Education: Master's or PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Metallurgical Knowledge: Deep understanding of phase transformations, alloy behavior, fracture mechanics, corrosion, and high-temperature properties.
  • Analytical Tools: Hands-on proficiency with SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), EDS (Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy), optical microscopy, tensile testing.
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and ability to solve complex material issues.
  • Technical Writing: Excellent ability to document and present complex technical data clearly.


Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market.

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers.

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Pay Range:

$ 45.00 - $ 48.75

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