Metallurgical Engineer - Foundry

Metallurgical Engineer - Foundry
Tempe, AZ
Description
Provide technical support across metallurgical characterization, failure analysis, and manufacturing operations. This role focuses on evaluating materials performance, supporting new alloy development, and validating industrial-scale processes.
You will assist in characterizing grinding media, clamping systems, and heat treatments, while supporting plant operations through testing, inspections, and data-driven analysis. The position also contributes to scaling alloys between facilities and validating performance through field trials and Customer Concern Report (CCR) processes.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Analytical Support
Support failure analysis activities with the Senior Metallurgical Engineer, including report preparation and presenting findings to internal teams and customers. Perform metallurgical characterization of materials using laboratory and field data. Analyze performance data using statistical tools to compare prototypes against baseline or customer expectations. Laboratory & Testing Operations
Maintain, calibrate, and standardize laboratory equipment. Ensure laboratory organization, cleanliness, and proper stocking of consumables (5S principles). Generate clear, reproducible documentation, models, and technical reports. Product Development & Prototyping
Coordinate prototype manufacturing with plant personnel, ensuring traceability and documentation. Oversee prototype testing, characterization, and implementation of new practices. Support development of baseline products for R D testing. Field Trials & Customer Support
Assist in planning and executing field trials at customer sites, including inspections, measurements, and prototype evaluations. Participate in root cause investigations and recommend corrective actions. Support Customer Concern Report (CCR) processes and on-site inspections. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with commercial teams, plant operations, quality, and product management. Coordinate activities within the Metallurgical Laboratory based on organizational priorities. Interface with customers and external laboratories as needed.
Key Competencies
Analytical thinking and problem-solving (statistical tools such as Minitab statistical software preferred) Ability to manage multiple projects across different sites Strong safety awareness in plant and mining environments Initiative, ownership, and autonomy Effective collaboration with technical teams and plant personnel
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical, Materials, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred) 3-5 years of experience in product development, technical service, or applications engineering (foundry/mining preferred) Knowledge of wear mechanisms, metallurgy, and fracture behavior of cast/forged products Experience executing field trials in industrial environments Hands-on experience with: Sample preparation Hardness testing Dimensional inspection Basic metallography Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work in industrial environments (indoor/outdoor) and lift up to 50 lbs