Metallurgist
Apply NowCompany: Element Materials Technology
Location: Portland, OR 97269
Description:
Overview
Element is seeking a Metallurgist to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in supporting the Metallurgy Lab Manager in day-to-day operations, field testing, and technical reporting. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in failure analysis, corrosion testing, and metallographic evaluations to ensure high-quality, ISO-compliant service to our clients.
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 DOE
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and internal quality procedures.
Conduct failure analysis on ferrous and non-ferrous metallic components; prepare detailed investigation reports outlining root causes and technical findings.
Perform corrosion testing in accordance with NACE standards and other project specifications to assess material durability in varying service conditions.
Carry out metallographic examinations, including grain size analysis, cleanliness assessment, phase percentage analysis, and general microstructure evaluation.
Collaborate directly with clients and third-party inspectors to align on test parameters, expectations, and reporting deliverables.
Support ad-hoc tasks and initiatives that contribute to departmental and organizational goals.
Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in metallurgical testing and laboratory analysis.
Proven expertise (5+ years) in failure analysis techniques and methodologies.
Strong command of technical report writing, capable of communicating complex findings clearly and concisely.
Solid mathematical proficiency and analytical problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with metallurgical testing equipment and lab safety protocols.
Excellent organizational and team coordination skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal.
Work Environment:
This position requires regular work in both laboratory and industrial field settings.
Exposure to chemicals, machinery, and materials used in metallurgical testing is common.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.
May require occasional lifting of equipment or samples (up to 50 lbs.) and extended periods of standing or microscope use.
The role may involve occasional travel to client sites or for field inspections.
A strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and collaboration is essential in this high-responsibility technical role.
Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
"If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com"
Element is seeking a Metallurgist to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in supporting the Metallurgy Lab Manager in day-to-day operations, field testing, and technical reporting. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in failure analysis, corrosion testing, and metallographic evaluations to ensure high-quality, ISO-compliant service to our clients.
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 DOE
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and internal quality procedures.
Conduct failure analysis on ferrous and non-ferrous metallic components; prepare detailed investigation reports outlining root causes and technical findings.
Perform corrosion testing in accordance with NACE standards and other project specifications to assess material durability in varying service conditions.
Carry out metallographic examinations, including grain size analysis, cleanliness assessment, phase percentage analysis, and general microstructure evaluation.
Collaborate directly with clients and third-party inspectors to align on test parameters, expectations, and reporting deliverables.
Support ad-hoc tasks and initiatives that contribute to departmental and organizational goals.
Skills / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field (preferred).
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in metallurgical testing and laboratory analysis.
Proven expertise (5+ years) in failure analysis techniques and methodologies.
Strong command of technical report writing, capable of communicating complex findings clearly and concisely.
Solid mathematical proficiency and analytical problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with metallurgical testing equipment and lab safety protocols.
Excellent organizational and team coordination skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal.
Work Environment:
This position requires regular work in both laboratory and industrial field settings.
Exposure to chemicals, machinery, and materials used in metallurgical testing is common.
Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.
May require occasional lifting of equipment or samples (up to 50 lbs.) and extended periods of standing or microscope use.
The role may involve occasional travel to client sites or for field inspections.
A strong commitment to safety, accuracy, and collaboration is essential in this high-responsibility technical role.
Diversity Statement
At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
"If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com"