Metallurgical Engineer I Entry-Level Rotational Program

ELLWOOD • New Castle, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

ELLWOOD Group, Inc. is seeking a Metallurgical Engineer for their entry-level Metallurgical Engineering Development Program. This position is responsible for the metallurgical aspects of manufacturing and provides support for operational challenges in a fast-paced organization. The role involves technical support for material processing, ensuring quality procedures, and experimenting with new materials and processes. The successful applicant will participate in a rotational program for approximately 1.5 years, gaining exposure to products across ELLWOOD companies in PA, OH, and TX.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science with a concentration in Metallurgy or commensurate level of experience.
• Knowledge of Metallurgical Engineering concepts and manufacturing methods and procedures.
• Ability to present complex technical objectives and goals in an understandable manner to achieve desired results.
• Possess sound judgement with ability to make independent decisions.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
• Possess quality orientation, safety focus and sense of urgency in executing responsibilities.
• Proactive as well as detail and results oriented with strong desire to succeed.
• Motivated and self-directed team player with willingness to work collaboratively.
• Possess strong customer focus and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in a multidiscipline team environment and maintain good working relationships with customers and coworkers from different backgrounds, educational levels and skill sets.
• Strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in a continuously changing environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to plan, organize, prioritize and execute.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at the highest level, along with possessing integrity and trust.
• Willingness and ability to work outside of normal work hours.
• Ability to travel regionally and, on occasion nationally; reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required.
• Must be a US Citizen or have a valid green card.

Nice To Haves

• Up to one year of internship experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Syteline experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product and process development and metallurgy reviews to support production.
• Review and analyze customer material specifications.
• Assist with development of new grades and processes to meet customer requirements.
• Follow established procedures and sound metallurgical practices.
• Provide technical support for all phases of steel and aluminum operations.
• Execute and analyze metallurgical testing activities and results.
• Provide cost reduction and process enhancements related to metallurgical aspects of the products.
• Assist with problem solving of metallurgical topics throughout the facilities.
• Analyze and determine root cause(s) of internal non-conformances and mechanical test failures.
• Investigate customer claims and provide oral/written summation of findings.
• Customer interface involving metallurgical items.
• Work well with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Travel regionally and nationally, as needed.
• Abide by all policies and procedures established by the Company.
• Meet attendance requirements.
• Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for Annual Bonus
• 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match
• Affordable health care, dental and vision plans
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness benefits including monthly wellness credits to offset your Employee Contribution towards monthly health care benefit and other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level