Metallurgical Technologist

At Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

At the direction and supervision of R&D engineers, carry out product and process failure investigations, as well as support long-term R&D research by using analytical equipment and performing testing. This is carried out through the set up and performance of tests for assigned rapid response tasks and research projects as well as preparation of preliminary reports under the supervision of Research and Development Engineers and Managers. This position is also expected to assist and support R&D’s continuous improvement initiatives.

Interpro Pipe & Steel is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment.

• Perform DIC imaging and residual stress measurement

• Set-up and perform heat treatments such as air and inert gas heating/tempering, air/water/oil quench, and salt bath aging/tempering

• Set-up and perform moisture analysis, sieve analysis, hydrogen testing, collect data and prepare preliminary report to be reviewed by Senior Met-Tech, Engineers or Managers

• Basic Gleeble thermal simulation testing such as, but not limited to collecting data used to construct CCT and WCCT diagrams

• Perform basic mechanical testing, commonly used for the qualification and release of steel products, such as, but not limited to: tensile testing, micro/macro hardness testing, Charpy impact testing, and bend testing

• Basic NDT (Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle) for identification of surface defects in the course of internal investigations (not for release of product)

• Basic corrosion testing with low safety risk (ie, no H2S gas present)

• Investigate failures using optical microscopy and/or using technical methods, such as, qualitative/quantitative metallographic tests, micro examinations, micrographs, and SEM/EDS

• Prepare samples for mechanical testing and chemical and metallographic analyses, e.g., cutting, mounting, polishing, Nital and common etching

• Perform calibration of measuring devices used in their work

• Prepare test results in a reporting format for review and analysis by Engineers/Managers

• Participate in 6S and Housekeeping, safety and quality and internal audit programs, and assist with developing/updating relevant documents such as safety, training, and work procedures under the supervision of an engineer/manager

• Performs other duties as they might be assigned

Requirements

• Diploma in Metallurgical Technology or equivalent

• One-year related experience

• Typical administrative / office environment: no exposure to adverse environmental conditions

• Outside environmental conditions: no effective protection from the weather

• Exerting up to 50 lb of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 lb frequently

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities

• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost

• Short and long-term disability programs

• Competitive retirement plans

• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options

• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays

• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company

• Tuition reimbursement

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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