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Exciting Metallurgical Engineer Opportunity!!

Job Description

As a Metallurgical Engineer, you will conduct in-depth analysis of metals and engineered materials to assess structural integrity, composition, and behavior under various operational scenarios. You will innovate and refine processing techniques to enhance material performance and production efficiency, partner with cross-functional teams to advise on material selection, and ensure that all materials conform to internal benchmarks and external compliance frameworks. Additionally, you will investigate material anomalies through structured failure analysis, design experimental protocols to evaluate mechanical and chemical properties, interpret test data, and contribute to the development of novel material systems or processing methods. The role also involves providing hands-on technical support to production teams and generating comprehensive technical documentation.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct in-depth analysis of metals and engineered materials to assess structural integrity, composition, and behavior.

+ Innovate and refine processing techniques to enhance material performance and production efficiency.

+ Partner with cross-functional teams to advise on material selection based on functional requirements, durability, and cost considerations.

+ Validate that all materials conform to internal benchmarks and external compliance frameworks.

+ Investigate material anomalies and performance deviations through structured failure analysis.

+ Design and execute experimental protocols to evaluate mechanical and chemical properties of metallic systems.

+ Interpret test data to guide material improvements and inform design decisions.

+ Contribute to the development of novel material systems or processing methods for specialized use cases.

+ Provide hands-on technical support to production teams to troubleshoot and resolve metallurgical issues.

+ Stay current with advancements in material science, processing technologies, and industry regulations.

+ Generate comprehensive technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and client-facing presentations.

Essential Skills

+ Metal or alloy experience / metallurgy or alloy.

+ Forging, welding or casting experience.

+ Process development and improvement.

+ Understanding of thermal properties and alloy systems.

+ Proficiency in SolidWorks.

+ Experience with tensile testing and materials science.

+ Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

+ Familiarity with welding techniques.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline; advanced degree preferred.

+ At least 5 years of experience in materials development, testing, or process engineering.

+ Deep understanding of the physical and mechanical behavior of metals under stress.

+ Skilled in laboratory testing methods such as tensile, hardness, microstructural, and chemical analysis.

+ Hands-on experience with casting, forging, welding, and surface treatments.

+ Familiarity with foundry operations or melt shop environments is a strong plus.

+ Knowledge of industry standards and specifications.

+ Proficient in simulation and modeling tools relevant to materials engineering.

+ Exposure to advanced materials and sustainable engineering practices.

+ Experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

+ Familiarity with CAD tools and digital design workflows.

+ Experience in capital equipment projects and process commissioning is advantageous.

Work Environment

The position is based in a manufacturing setting that values work-life balance. The company is exploring new markets, such as microelectronics, and actively engages employees through events like social media contests, community engagement events, beach cleanups, holiday drives for kids, and supporting animal shelters.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warwick,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.