Metallurgical Engineer

Overview

Provide technical expertise and support in the materials and process engineering of cast and/or forged product. Work as part of a highly engaged and integrated Materials Engineering team. You will collaborate across Aerospace engineering teams to create solutions and systems that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will participate in all phases of product development and will be a technical point of contact for less experienced engineers.

Based in Tempe, Arizona, this Materials Engineering position will provide support for new and existing cast and/or forged products including aerospace gas turbine engines used for propulsion and auxiliary power. Primary responsibilities include support for materials and processes involved in the design and manufacture of cast/forged parts, as well as regular interaction with suppliers to help resolve issues. May occasionally need to lift 35 pounds single lift.

Approximately 10% travel - Within the US to HON suppliers

• Support materials and processes involved in the design and manufacture of cast/forged parts.
• Interact regularly with suppliers to help resolve issues.
• Possibly lift up to 35 pounds per lift.
• Travel approximately 10% to HON suppliers within the US.

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field.
• 4+ years of experience in materials/process engineering in the casting and/or forging industry.
• 4+ years of experience with aluminum, steel, titanium and nickel aerospace cast and/or wrought alloys.

• Bachelor’s Degree with specialization in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Advanced degree in engineering or another related field is a plus.
• Understanding and hands-on experience in casting and/or forging (ingot/billet and powder production processes are a plus).
• Familiarity with industrial materials and processing specifications.
• Familiarity with Nadcap and industry standards, requirements and approvals.
• Ability to assess new suppliers and determine their strengths and weaknesses.
• Experience conducting casting and/or forging supplier audits (ingot/billet, powder production, investment castings, and sand casting audits are a plus).
• Experience working with and developing suppliers.
• Experience troubleshooting material and process issues, and providing technical solutions for rapid problem solving.
• Liaison work between suppliers and Engineering, Quality, Supplier Development Engineers (SDE), and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC).
• Experience working with Design Engineering and understanding engineering drawings and requirements.
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement tools.
• Experience with casting and/or forging simulation tools like DEFORM.