Metallurgist

Job Title: Metallurgist

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Metallurgist to serve as the technical authority for metallic materials used in high‑performance, regulated manufacturing environments, including aerospace and defense applications. This role involves material qualification, metallurgical evaluation, testing oversight, failure analysis, and final technical disposition of material‑related issues throughout the product lifecycle. The Metallurgist has the authority to stop shipments or releases for material nonconformances and operates independently in a high‑accountability environment.

Responsibilities

• Own material qualification, control, and technical release of metallic materials.
• Perform technical review and approval of chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical test data.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with external testing laboratories.
• Define and approve testing methods, scopes, and acceptance criteria.
• Review customer contracts and specifications for material requirements and compliance.
• Conduct metallurgical evaluations, failure analysis, and root‑cause investigations.
• Provide technical disposition recommendations (use‑as‑is, rework, retest, scrap).
• Support material selection, alloy optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain material traceability, data integrity, and compliance with quality systems.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits as required.
• Provide technical guidance and training to cross‑functional teams.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or related field.
• 5 years of experience in metallurgy or material science, specifically in metals manufacturing.
• Strong failure analysis, problem‑solving, and technical decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and technical documentation capability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Tipton, IN.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Competitive compensation and full benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and relocation assistance (if applicable)

This is a fully onsite position in Tipton,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $85,000 - $115,000