Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Metallurgical Engineer to join our technical team. This role is critical in overseeing the production, quality, and technical integrity of high-performance alloys. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in superalloy metallurgy, specifically within the realms of Investment Casting and Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM). You will be the primary technical authority for interpreting complex aerospace and industrial specifications, ensuring that all products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
Key Responsibilities Process Engineering & Melting - Provide technical oversight and optimization for Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) processes to ensure chemical homogeneity and cleanliness of superalloy heats.
- Manage and refine operating parameters, including refractory preparation, melt profile, additions, filtration, and pouring temperatures, .
- Troubleshoot production issues related to alloy chemistry and manufacturing.
Specification & Quality Compliance - Specification Interpretation: Act as the lead technical point of contact for interpreting customer, industry (AMS, ASTM, ASME), and internal material specifications.
- Quality Management: Ensure all manufacturing processes and final products comply with internal, customer, AS9100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP requirements.
- Develop and approve Method of Manufacture (MoM) documentation and Material Control Plans.
Testing & Characterization - Provide oversight on metallurgical testing protocols, including chemistry, metallography, and physical testing.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CAPA) investigations for material or process failures.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a metallurgical role specifically focused on nickel-, cobalt-, or iron-based superalloys.
- Proven experience with Vacuum Induction Melting (VIM) and/or VAR/ESR processes.
- Direct experience in an Investment Casting foundry environment.
- Strong understanding of solidification theory and phase transformations in complex alloy systems.
- Compliance: Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex aerospace/defense specifications.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with casting simulation software (e.g., ProCAST or Magma).
- Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
- Prior experience interfacing with Tier 1 aerospace OEMs.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements - Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and move throughout the office as needed.
- Regular use of hands for typing, writing, and computer work.
- Ability to lift or carry light office items (typically up to 15 lbs).
- Work performed in a standard office environment with moderate noise and routine interruptions.
- Ability to read screens, documents, and electronic communications with clarity.
- Occasional extended hours during peak HR cycles (onboarding, payroll deadlines, audits).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in shared office spaces.
- Occasional time spent on the manufacturing floor and supplier visits as required.
- Ability to work standard business hours with flexibility during production or supply disruptions.
- Must be able to comply with all safety and PPE requirements when entering production areas.
