Metallurgical Analyst

Hatfield, PA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 50000 - 80000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were hiring a Metallurgical Analyst! Join our fast-paced lab environment where precision meets this hands-on role youll perform metallurgical testing on a variety of metals analyze results and ensure the highest quality standards for our customers in critical industries. If you have a passion for materials science an eye for detail and enjoy collaborative problem-solving wed love to hear from you!

This is an Onsite role working in Hatfield PA. The hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm

The Metallurgical Analystperforms hands-on metallurgical testing while working in a fast-paced laboratory setting. The positions primary responsibilities include executing metallurgical tests on a variety of metals accurately documenting test results in a report format interpreting and following part drawings specifications and instructions as assigned by senior personnel.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Predominantly performs basic to intermediate routine metallurgical examinations with supervision.

Examinations include but are not limited to: Grain Size Microstructural Characterization Macrostructure Surface Condition Surface Contamination/Alpha Case Decarburization/Carburization Intergranular Attack/Oxidation Ferrite by Point Count method and Microhardness.
Occasionally performs metallurgical sample preparation including sectioning mounting grinding and polishing.

Interprets specifications procedures and engineering drawings including ASTM ASME AMS ISO SAE and PWA standards.
Mixes fresh etchants and maintains etchant log.
Operates light optical microscopes stereoscopes and hardness testers.
Etches non-metallographic samples such as bends Charpy and tensiles.
Monitors frequently changing scheduled completion dates and times to ensure that established deadlines are met.
Cleans the analytical lab environment.
Conducts routine maintenance of analytical equipment including basic repairs when possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a minimum combination of education and related experience performing metallurgical or materials testing.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 4 years of experience OR
- Bachelors Degree from four-year college or university and 2 years of experience
Computer skills required: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Laboratory Management Systems and Software.
Other skills required: Mechanical aptitude excellent attention to detail ability to work in a team environment ability to multi-task and work intermittently in an up-tempo environment.
The employee will be required to lift push pull carry and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Must meet citizenship eligibility required by accrediting bodies.

This position requires use of information or access to processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export laws including but not limited to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In accordance with ITAR to be qualified to work in this facility applicants must be a US Person which is defined as a US National US Permanent Resident and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.

LTI is the recipient of the Top Workplaces Award by the Philadelphia Inquirer and offers a full and comprehensive benefit package which includes Health dental 401k with company match LTD STD Company Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) advancement opportunities and more!

LTI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender sexual orientation disability age or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need assistance completing an application please reach out to Human Resources at or x 2125.

*We are not working with agencies and are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Required Experience:

Were hiring a Metallurgical Analyst! Join our fast-paced lab environment where precision meets this hands-on role youll perform metallurgical testing on a variety of metals analyze results and ensure the highest quality standards for our customers in critical industries. If you have a passion for m...

This is an Onsite role working in Hatfield PA. The hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 4:30pm

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Predominantly performs basic to intermediate routine metallurgical examinations with supervision.

Examinations include but are not limited to: Grain Size Microstructural Characterization Macrostructure Surface Condition Surface Contamination/Alpha Case Decarburization/Carburization Intergranular Attack/Oxidation Ferrite by Point Count method and Microhardness.
Occasionally performs metallurgical sample preparation including sectioning mounting grinding and polishing.

Interprets specifications procedures and engineering drawings including ASTM ASME AMS ISO SAE and PWA standards.
Mixes fresh etchants and maintains etchant log.
Operates light optical microscopes stereoscopes and hardness testers.
Etches non-metallographic samples such as bends Charpy and tensiles.
Monitors frequently changing scheduled completion dates and times to ensure that established deadlines are met.
Cleans the analytical lab environment.
Conducts routine maintenance of analytical equipment including basic repairs when possible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a minimum combination of education and related experience performing metallurgical or materials testing.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 4 years of experience OR
- Bachelors Degree from four-year college or university and 2 years of experience
Computer skills required: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Laboratory Management Systems and Software.
Other skills required: Mechanical aptitude excellent attention to detail ability to work in a team environment ability to multi-task and work intermittently in an up-tempo environment.
The employee will be required to lift push pull carry and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Must meet citizenship eligibility required by accrediting bodies.

*We are not working with agencies and are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Required Experience: