MyPetroCareer.com · 9 hours ago
Materials Scientist – Metallics & Welding (Engineer – Senior – Principal) Drill Bits and Services
Conroe, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
4+ years expHalliburton is one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. The Materials Scientist will apply expertise in materials science to advance material systems, innovate manufacturing processes, and solve engineering challenges, collaborating with engineers and vendors to enhance product performance and reduce costs.
Oil & Energy
Responsibilities
Lead development projects for matrix materials, binders, hardfacing systems, and thermal processes, ensuring timely and successful execution
Drive materials innovation by designing, testing, and qualifying metallic, ceramic, and composite systems used in drill bit applications
Solve field and manufacturing challenges by conducting failure analysis, identifying root causes, and implementing design or process improvements
Support manufacturing through expert guidance in welding, infiltration, brazing, hardfacing, heat treatment, and related thermal operations
Characterize materials such as PDC cutters, tungsten carbide powders, steel alloys, and matrix composites using advanced analytical equipment
Manage supplier engagement by developing material specifications, qualifying new parts, and collaborating closely with vendors on process improvements
Lead or contribute to cross-functional project teams across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and supply chain
Apply statistical methods and data analysis to evaluate material performance, process variation, and improvement opportunities
Oversee operation and continuous improvement of mechanical, metallurgical, and analytical testing systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Metallurgical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Ceramics, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
Minimum 4 years of experience in materials development, welding science, metallurgy, ceramics, or related fields
Preferred
Master's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Welding Engineering, or similar discipline preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred
Hands-on experience with thermal processes, forming, infiltration, welding, brazing, powder metallurgy, or severe-environment materials strongly advantageous
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable benefits package
Programs designed to help you thrive at work and at home
Company
MyPetroCareer.com
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase