Manager, Metallurgical Engineering

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of metallurgical engineers

Oversee metallurgical R&D initiatives including new steel chemistries and product improvements

Direct failure analysis activities and ensure timely root cause identification

Review and approve technical reports and test results

Ensure lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges

Support heat treatment processes and material property optimization, when required

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure compliance with HSE and QA systems

Communicate project updates and milestones to leadership

Education & Experience Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering or material science (required)

Advanced degree preferred

Professional Engineer in Material Science a plus

7–10+ years of relevant experience with prior leadership or supervisory experience

Job Requirements

Strong knowledge of metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and material properties

Strong understanding of welding technologies, procedures, including ASM Section IX

Experience with lab equipment such as SEM, microscopy, hardness, and impact testing

Understanding of heat treatment processes and steel chemistry development

Familiarity of non-destructive testing including wet magnetic inspection, ultrasound, x-ray, etc.

Behavioral Competencies

Leadership

Accountability

Collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Resilience

Technical Competencies

Metallurgical analysis

Materials development and testing

Data analysis and technical reporting

Strong technical writing and verbal skills

Knowledge of industry standards (API, NACE, ASTM, ASM)

Knowledge of metallurgical flaw inspection processes

Ability to quickly master new softwares associated with metallurgical instruments and analysis

Facility/Group Specific Responsibilities

Support Grant Prideco R&D strategy through innovation in materials and product performance

Partner with operations to transition R&D developments into production

Drive alignment between R&D, quality, and manufacturing to improve overall product reliability and performance