Manager, Metallurgical Engineering

Employer description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and develop a team of metallurgical engineers • Oversee metallurgical R&D initiatives including new steel chemistries and product improvements • Direct failure analysis activities and ensure timely root cause identification • Review and approve technical reports and test results • Ensure lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges • Support heat treatment processes and material property optimization, when required • Drive continuous improvement initiatives • Ensure compliance with HSE and QA systems • Communicate project updates and milestones to leadership EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or material science (required) • Advanced degree preferred. • Professional Engineer in Material Science a plus. • 7–10+ years of relevant experience with prior leadership or supervisory experience. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Strong knowledge of metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and material properties. • Strong understanding of welding technologies, procedures, including ASM Section IX. • Experience with lab equipment such as SEM, microscopy, hardness, and impact testing. • Understanding of heat treatment processes and steel chemistry development. • Familiarity of non-destructive testing including wet magnetic inspection, ultrasound, x-ray, etc. BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES • Leadership • Accountability • Collaboration • continuous improvement mindset • Resilience TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES’ • Metallurgical analysis • Materials development and testing • Data analysis and technical reporting • Strong technical writing and verbal skills • Knowledge of industry standards (API, NACE, ASTM, ASM). • Knowledge of metallurgical flaw inspection processes. • Ability to quickly master new softwares associated with metallurgical instruments and analysis. FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES • Support Grant Prideco R&D strategy through innovation in materials and product performance • Partner with operations to transition R&D developments into production • Drive alignment between R&D, quality, and manufacturing to improve overall product reliability and performance.