Analyse de défaillance - Ingénieur métallurgiste / Failure analysis - Metallurgical engineer

RTX•Longueuil, QC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world. Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in materials engineering or equivalent
Practical experience in failure analysis
Experience in optical and scanning electron microscopy
Hands on knowledge of degradation mechanisms of various types of materials in service
Knowledge of heat treatment, coatings, machining, welding, casting and forging processes
Able to research and assimilate new knowledge quickly
Excellent abilities for communication
Strong aptitudes for teamwork
Leadership, motivated, autonomous, dependable and focused on results
Very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

Responsibilities

Conduct metallurgical investigations of engine hardware, organize and perform detailed examinations and appropriate laboratory analyses (visual and microscopic examinations, metallurgical evaluation, etc.) to determine failure mechanisms and establish the physical causes of distress
Work closely with internal customers to determine their needs and ensure completion of the investigations within the agreed schedule
Prepare detailed reports with supporting evidence
Manage and review outsourced metallurgical investigations
Review metallurgical evaluations reports on engine hardware
Participate and contribute to the promotion of the company's pillars (EH&S, Ethics & Quality)