Metallurgical Laboratory Engineer

Amentum•Detroit, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Metallurgical Laboratory Engineer at Central Laboratory with expertise in analysis of metallic components and mechanical testing. This is a full-time on-site position where the candidate will work as an expert resource for related issues in a laboratory environment. This position comes with the possibility of conversion into the Ford Full Time Salaried Laboratory UAW workforce. Central Laboratory supports: Global Product Development, Global Manufacturing Plants, Warranty Concerns, Environmental Regulatory Testing, Research, and Benchmarking.

Requirements

Minimum of Bachelor of Science in Metallurgy/Materials Science or related field of study is required
Experience with metallographic materials testing including microstructures, SEM/EDS, and mechanical testing.
Experience with failure analysis testing including optical microscopy and SEM analysis techniques as well as mechanical testing
Experience writing technical reports
Demonstrate ability to: Apply quality assurance/quality control principles
Design experiments
Develop new analytical testing methods
Recommend & implement new instrumentation & techniques
Maintain analytical instrumentation
Act as a technical resource for group related issues
Multitask and handle complex technical issues
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

Responsibilities

Provide failure analysis and material evaluation of automotive components and manufacturing equipment in support of product launches, vehicle teams, and engineering.
Prepare and evaluate metallic samples using ASTM, SAE, and local test methods.
Prepare electronic reports with results, photo-documentation, and conclusions on a timely basis.
Regularly communicate testing results during meetings with engineers and suppliers.
Operate and maintain a variety of analytical instrumentation and physical testing equipment including, but not limited to, sample preparation equipment, hardness and tensile testers, SEM/EDS, XRF, OE, and metallographs.