Metallurgist

Knowhirematch • Pittsburgh, PA

413d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Metallurgist to lead laboratory operations and contribute to our headquarters team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in material science, metallurgy, and tungsten carbide processes, with expertise in quality management and cross-functional collaboration. This role can be based in either Pittsburgh, PA, or Beckley, WV, with travel between the two locations 50% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Metallurgy, or a related engineering field (required).
• Minimum of 10 years in material science or metallurgy.
• Hands-on experience in tungsten cobalt powder formulation, pressing, and sintering.
• Experience with HIP sintering (a plus).
• Knowledge of wear tool design and carbide brazing processes.
• Familiarity with cutting tools and applications (a plus).
• Excellent communication skills (listening, verbal, written) with the ability to collaborate across teams and create clear documentation.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities with a proactive and unbiased approach.
• Effective in setting goals, measuring results, and adapting to changing situations and job demands.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with good organizational skills.
• Leadership skills to guide interdepartmental teams and provide training to achieve quality standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and applicable quality management system software.
• Technical skills in math, data analysis, and interpreting instructions in various formats.
• A positive, self-directed, team-oriented mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with HIP sintering
• Knowledge of cutting tools and applications

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance the company's quality management system using ISO processes and ASTM specifications.
• Coordinate Quality department resources to assist plant operations.
• Advise Operations on plant/manufacturing changes, product quality, and machinery capability.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on raw materials, non-conforming materials, and new product quality requirements.
• Partner with Sales to provide technical assistance, customer support, and bid information.
• Address customer quality issues, provide follow-ups, and visit customer sites for evaluations and testing.
• Create precise component designs and advise on metal suitability.
• Perform testing using both destructive and non-destructive techniques.
• Lead continual improvement projects and documentation efforts.
• Conduct Root Cause Corrective Actions for process deviations or quality failures.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with PPO plan (deductibles as low as $1,500) and wellness credit up to $750.
• Free concierge primary care and telemedicine services.
• Voluntary 401(k) plan with matching up to 12%.
• Voluntary dental and vision plans.
• Basic life, long-term, and short-term disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree