Element Materials Technology · 3 days ago
Metallurgical Engineering Failure Analyst
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expElement Materials Technology is a leading testing, inspection and certification business with a global presence. They are seeking a Failure Analyst responsible for conducting failure analysis inspections, preparing reports, and maintaining client relationships in various industries including aerospace and energy.
AerospaceBuilding MaterialIndustrial EngineeringInfrastructureMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain client contact for the purposes of market/account development, understanding customers’ needs, building personal relationships, ensuring satisfaction, and maintaining a professional consulting image
Review technical documents and to construct a suitable scope of work. Prepare written proposals, schedule tests, analyze test results and prepare high-quality reports
Perform root cause failure analysis investigations on metallic components from the aviation/ aerospace, space, transportation, consumer products / industrials and energy industries
Metallurgical examinations / optical microscopy
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS)
Safely operate and maintain lab equipment in compliance with company requirements
Estimate the work effort required and to help in the commercial breakdown of the work
Qualification
Required
Experience and recognized qualification in Metallurgy
Bachelors degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Minimum of 3-5 years experience in failure analysis
Experience in conducting and reporting of root cause failure analysis
Experience in working with SEM / EDS (Scanning Electron Microscopy / Energy Dispersive analysis)
Experience working in an ISO 17025 (Nadcap preferred) laboratory environment
Strong communication / presentation skills
The ability to assess and respond to client requirements in an appropriate manner prioritizing customer service and professional partnerships
Ability to operate and function within a team, drawing on other expertise where required
Flexibility and adaptability to different workloads and roles within the company
Company
Element Materials Technology
Element Materials Technology is a network that provides inspection, testing, and certification services for materials and products.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-23Acquired
Leadership Team
Jo Wetz
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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