Manager, Metallurgical Engineering

Job Title

Lead Metallurgical Engineer

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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

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.

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.

Leadership, Accountability, Collaboration, continuous improvement mindset, Resilience

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.

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.

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• Job Identification 42099
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 07/02/2026, 08:15 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 10100 Houston Oaks Drive, Houston, TX, 77064, US (Hybrid)