Aluminum Metallurgist Job Hubbard area,Ohio USA,Engineering

Process Optimization:
Oversee and optimize aluminum melting, refining, alloying, and casting processes (including high-pressure die casting, permanent mold, or sand casting).
Technical Leadership:
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for aluminum metallurgy, microstructural evaluation, and heat treatment protocols.
Quality & Compliance:
Direct non-destructive testing (NDT) and destructive testing programs to guarantee product integrity and adherence to aerospace, automotive, or industrial specifications.
Failure Analysis:
Lead complex root-cause failure analysis (RCFA) for casting defects (e.g., porosity, inclusions, hot tears) and implement robust corrective actions.
R&D and Innovation:
Partner with product design teams to develop new aluminum alloys and evaluate emerging casting technologies to improve mechanical properties and reduce costs.
Mentorship:
Guide and mentor junior engineers, metallurgists, and laboratory technicians on best practices in foundry metallurgy.
Verify raw material suppliers, including hardeners and scrap.
Assist purchasing manager in identification of new suppliers and assist with ongoing rating of such suppliers.

Metallurgist Position Details:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Process Optimization:
Oversee and optimize aluminum melting, refining, alloying, and casting processes (including high-pressure die casting, permanent mold, or sand casting).
Technical Leadership:
Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for aluminum metallurgy, microstructural evaluation, and heat treatment protocols.
Quality & Compliance:
Direct non-destructive testing (NDT) and destructive testing programs to guarantee product integrity and adherence to aerospace, automotive, or industrial specifications.
Failure Analysis:
Lead complex root-cause failure analysis (RCFA) for casting defects (e.g., porosity, inclusions, hot tears) and implement robust corrective actions.
R&D and Innovation:
Partner with product design teams to develop new aluminum alloys and evaluate emerging casting technologies to improve mechanical properties and reduce costs.
Mentorship:
Guide and mentor junior engineers, metallurgists, and laboratory technicians on best practices in foundry metallurgy.
Verify raw material suppliers, including hardeners and scrap.
Assist purchasing manager in identification of new suppliers and assist with ongoing rating of such suppliers.

Required Education And Experience

Education:

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline is required. A Master’s (M.S.) or Ph.D. with a research focus on aluminum solidification or casting is highly preferred.
Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of direct, hands-on metallurgical engineering experience within an aluminum foundry or aluminum casting environment.

Certifications and Professional Alignments

Professional Engineer (PE):
Licensed Professional Engineer credential is highly preferred.
ASQ

Certifications:

American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Black Belt is highly desirable.
NDT

Certifications:

Familiarity with ASNT Level II or III certifications (e.g., Liquid Penetrant, Ultrasonic, or Radiographic Testing) is a strong plus.
Industry Memberships:
Active participation in professional societies like the American Foundry Society (AFS) or ASM International is preferred.
Certified Level II UT inspection per NAS 410.

Technical Skills, Training and Leadership

Qualifications:

Deep understanding of aluminum phase diagrams, grain refinement, modification chemistry (e.g., Strontium, Titanium-Boron), and degassing techniques.
Proficiency with metallurgical laboratory equipment, including optical microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy…