Metallurgical Engineer

Job Title: Metallurgical Engineer - Project Engineer

Job Description

This Metallurgical Engineer role is part of a dynamic R&D team located at the Mossville Tech Center in Illinois. The team is committed to enhancing the performance and cost-efficiency of ferrous metals, including steel and iron, making them stronger, more cost-effective, and apt for use in heavy equipment. The role involves coordinating with lab and shop teams to plan, track experiments, analyze results, and report findings. It includes a combination of office tasks such as report writing and meetings, and time in labs and testing areas.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple engineers on R&D projects related to steel, cast iron, and heat treatment.
• Coordinate experimental trials with the in-house heat treat shop.
• Work with the metallurgical lab to plan, track, and analyze tests.
• Summarize findings and present results in team meetings or reports.
• Conduct wear testing following safety procedures and maintain related equipment.
• Track and manage inventory of testing materials and consumables.
• Ensure clear documentation and traceability of all samples and test results.
• Communicate effectively with engineers and internal stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering.
• Familiarity with heat treatment, steel casting, or foundry processes.
• Experience in metallurgical lab testing (e.g., microhardness, optical microstructure, Charpy impact, SEM).
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.
• Comfortable working in both office and shop environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, JMatPro.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Internship or industry experience in heat treatment, foundry, or steelmaking.
• Experience with wear testing or maintaining lab/testing equipment.
• Familiarity with ImageJ or other analytical imaging software.
• Exposure to simulation tools like JMatPro.
• Experience in automotive or similar industries.

Work Environment

The work environment is a mix of office and hands-on lab settings, requiring flexibility in transitioning between desk-based tasks and physical testing activities. Employees are expected to adhere to safety protocols while conducting experiments and maintain a professional atmosphere. The use of advanced technologies and simulation tools is commonplace, offering opportunities for innovative problem-solving and development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chillicothe,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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