Outsourced Metallurgical Professional/Engineer II

Metallus•Canton, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Joining the Metallus team means becoming part of a legacy that dates back over a century. We are an industry leader, manufacturing the cleanest steel in the world for companies in the industrial, aerospace and defense, automotive, and energy markets. Relocation may be offered for this position. This position provides technical oversight and coordination of outsourced metallurgical testing to support product development, value-added components, quality, and manufacturing. The role is responsible for defining testing needs, selecting and managing qualified external laboratories, and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant test results, serving as the primary technical interface between internal stakeholders and external laboratories.

Requirements

Strong understanding of metallurgical testing methods, including metallography, hardness testing, mechanical testing, and chemical analysis
Ability to interpret metallurgical data and identify discrepancies or non-conformances
History working with external laboratories or contract testing providers
Proficiency in data analysis, documentation, and reporting (Microsoft Office and lab systems)
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical requirements clearly to internal teams and external partners
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive process improvements
Strong project management skills, including prioritization, time management, and decision making
Demonstrates aptitude to learn
Highschool Diploma with at least 7 years of experience in metallurgical testing, materials, quality, manufacturing, or laboratory environments

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related degree with at least 4 years of experience in metallurgical testing, materials, quality, manufacturing, or laboratory environments
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related degree with at least 2 years of experience in metallurgical testing, materials, quality, manufacturing, or laboratory environments

Responsibilities

Define and document metallurgical testing requirements, methods, and acceptance criteria based on customer specifications, industry standards (ASTM, ISO, AMS, etc.), and internal requirements
Interpret and evaluate metallurgical test results (microstructure, hardness, mechanical properties, chemistry, etc.) for accuracy and compliance
Manage the metallurgical release of products using business and data systems (LIMS, certification systems, heat treat databases, intranet tools).
Identify non-conforming results and coordinate investigation and resolution with internal teams and external laboratories
Provide metallurgical guidance during program launch activities, including recommendations of testing parameters, methods, and laboratories
Select, qualify, and manage external laboratories and provide clear technical direction to those laboratories on sample preparation, test execution, and reporting requirements
Coordinate sample submission, tracking, and prioritization across multiple laboratories
Monitor laboratory performance including quality, turnaround time, and capacity, and adjust workload distribution as needed to reduce delays
Support supplier quality to ensure all laboratories maintain appropriate certifications (ISO 17025, Nadcap, etc.) and adhere to customer and industry specifications
Participate in internal and external audits of laboratories
Track and report on key performance indicators related to outsourced testing (i.e. turnaround times, accuracy of data, etc.)
Support and maintain quality systems in alignment with internal and external standards (ASTM, ASM, ISO17025, ISO9001)