Sr Metallurgist / Lab incharge

Job Title: Sr. Metallurgist / Lab Incharge

Location: Bangalore

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Metallurgist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in the extraction, processing, and testing of metals and alloys, contributing to the development of high-quality metal products and enhancing manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Analysis: Conduct metallurgical analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Process Development: Develop and optimize metal extraction and refining processes, including smelting, casting, and heat treatment.

Quality Control: Implement and monitor quality control procedures for metal products, including physical and chemical testing.

Failure Analysis: Investigate material failures and provide technical solutions to improve product performance and durability.

Research & Development: Participate in R&D projects to innovate new metal alloys and improve existing materials and processes.

Technical Support: Provide metallurgical expertise to support manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting process issues and recommending process improvements.

Compliance: Ensure that all metallurgical processes adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of experiments, test results, and process changes.

Qualifications:

Education: Diploma / BE / Masters degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field.

Experience: min 5 years of experience in metallurgy or materials engineering, preferably in automotive, aerospace, manufacturing.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of metallurgical processes and metal properties.
• Proficiency in using metallurgical equipment and analytical tools.
• Experience with failure analysis and testing methodologies.
• Ability to interpret metallographic, chemical, and mechanical test results.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with CAD and simulation software.
• Experience in project management and process optimization.
• Conduct training sessions pertaining to RM Process, Special Process & Issues in RM
• Alternate material proposal to customer based on available nearby material.
• Route cause analysis of material crack and variations in secondary processes & during machining.
• impact of material composition on secondary processes like HT, Anodizing, MN PH.
• Interact with customers, suppliers and internal business units to provide unique material & special process solutions
• Analyse casting, Forgings, MIM, Bar stock material defects to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Develop and manage metallurgical operations and work practices that maximize operational efficiencies