Materials Engineer

Materials Engineer

A gas turbine company is seeking a Materials Engineer to support the development, performance, and reliability of gas turbine components. This role focuses on advanced materials, including high temperature alloys and coatings, and plays a critical part in ensuring product durability in demanding operating environments. The Materials Engineer will work cross-functional with design engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customer support teams to solve complex materials challenges, improve processes, and drive product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

-Conduct failure analysis and root cause investigations on turbine components to improve reliability and prevent recurrence

-Provide technical expertise in metallurgy, materials performance, and thermomechanical processing, with emphasis on turbo machinery alloys

-Support new product development programs, including materials selection and validation for gas turbine applications

-Lead and support materials and process development initiatives, including coatings, heat treatment, casting, welding, and other manufacturing processes

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve product and manufacturing challenges and improve performance, quality, and cost

-Evaluate and qualify internal and external suppliers, ensuring materials meet engineering specifications and quality standards

-Perform materials testing, characterization, and analysis to support engineering decisions and product improvements

-Develop and maintain engineering documentation, specifications, and technical reports related to materials and processes

-Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, durability, and cost reduction