Deringer-Ney Inc. · 5 days ago
Senior Research Metallurgist
Deringer-Ney Inc. is a company specializing in materials and processes, and they are seeking a Senior Research Metallurgist to provide technical expertise. The role involves initiating new material development, resolving technical issues with customers, and leading R&D efforts in the absence of the R&D Manager.
Responsibilities
Initiate and conduct new product development, especially in the areas of new alloy formulation, materials processing and innovative use of all Deringer-Ney processes and materials
Assist with day-to-day manufacturing problems related to materials and processing
Take lead role in the development of innovative solutions to manufacturing problems
Provide technical support to the Sales and Marketing departments
Work directly with customers and prospects to select appropriate DNI products
Perform detailed failure analyses for company, customers, and prospects
Prepare well written, professional reports for both internal and external use
Provide technical training, and support of, field sales personnel
Maintain working knowledge of technological developments in both new and existing markets and keep upper management aware of potential impact of these changes
Support new product development activities of others within the company
Initiate continuous improvement and operational excellence programs within R&D and support similar programs within the organization
Supervise activities of R&D technician(s)
Undertake special projects as requested by the R&D Manager
Develop and document new test methods to support improved product quality/ reliability
Qualification
Required
Extensive technical understanding of company products and processes
Well-developed interpersonal skills
Excellent writing ability
Able to prepare and make effective presentations to company employees and customers
Minimum – BS degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Materials Science and Engineering
Extensive, demonstrated understanding of alloy development and material processing
Demonstrated record of preparing high quality technical reports, whitepapers, manuscripts, or patents
BS + 12 years industrial research experience
MS + 5 years industrial research experience; or
PhD + 1 year industrial experience
Preferred
Outstanding candidates at lower experience levels may be considered for a Research Metallurgist position