Materials Engineer

Veridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner with over 60 years of experience serving the aerospace, industrial, medical, and nuclear markets. Our roots were formed in the exacting nuclear and aerospace industries, expanded into Medical where we have supplied critical components to a global customer base. We currently provide elegant solutions across a broad range of customers and diverse markets. At Veridiam we recognize that talent is at the forefront of our organization and define who we are in today's industry.

POSITION SUMMARY

Extract, research, develop, test, and improve materials used in our products and processes. Perform tests and conduct research on properties, performance and applications of metals including high-performance alloys. Analyze material behavior under various conditions and prepare technical reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform assigned routine and advanced or complex tests on raw material, product in process, re-worked material, finished goods and/or developmental samples in accordance with customer and/or quality standards/specifications.
• Conduct research on the properties, performance, and applications of metals including high-performance alloys such as stainless steel, titanium, and nickel alloys.
• Develop and test new materials to improve product durability, performance, and efficiency.
• Perform failure analysis and recommend design/material improvements.
• Analyze material behavior under various conditions (stress, temperature, corrosion, wear, etc.).
• Review and manage internal and external material lab test results.
• Develop and maintain processes for new product introduction.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation for internal and customer use.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain necessary samples, forms, documentation and trend charts.
• May provide data and analysis to material review board to support resolution of issues, initial data support to supplier and/or customer notification.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Support process optimization and cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure materials meet customer requirements and performance, quality and cost objectives.
• Provide and supply training for others in the area.
• Maintain clean and orderly work environment.
• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand and follow work rules and procedures, comply with company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, and accepts constructive feedback.
• Other duties as assigned, requested or needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Five (5) or more years' experience in manufacturing and/or familiarity of the international standards for testing metallic materials (ASTM E8) including steel products (ASTM A370) preferred or equivalent education and experience.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and blueprints.
• Ability understand and follow standard operating and safety procedures.
• High-level attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise in materials science.

The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels assigned to this classification. Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs.

Pay Rate: The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience with the industry, education, geographic location, etc.

Veridiam is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Veridiam will recruit, hire, train and promote persons into all jobs without regard to age, race, color, religion, ancestry, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran or status as an individual with a disability or any other characteristic or classification protected by law.

Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of…