Materials Engineer - Socotec

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for Failure Analysis, Non-Destructive Engineering, Fitness for Service and other specialty engineering projects. We offer a team setting at a consulting group renowned for failure analysis, advanced analysis and testing, state of the art instrumentation, and materials engineering.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. 

SOCOTEC Engineering is currently seeking a Materials/Metallurgical Engineer for our Materials Group. In this position, you will work with our team to conduct failure analysis investigations, materials and mechanical testing, and non-destructive evaluations.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Conducting field inspections.
• Coordinating, planning, and conducting laboratory tests, including macro/microhardness, tensile, Charpy V-notch, leak/pressure, and custom long-term durability testing.
• Leading and completing failure analysis evaluations, including visual examinations, dimensional assessments, optical and scanning electron microscopy, metallography, mechanical and materials testing, and preparation of written reports.
• Managing projects, organizing new business opportunities, and communicating effectively with clients, engineering colleagues, and technical and administrative staff.

• Graduate degree in Materials Science and Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D. preferred), with familiarity/expertise in metallurgical engineering, materials science, and fracture mechanics.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Specialized metallurgical engineering knowledge and experience in metallographic and fractographic interpretation, corrosion, and materials characterization techniques is desired.
• Professional Engineer license, Certified Welding Inspector accreditation are desired.

SOCOTEC offers generous compensation packages including salary, benefits & bonus based upon relevant experience.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.