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Quality Assurance Metallographer

United States Steel Corporation
Gary, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2027
United States Steel Corporation is seeking a Quality Assurance Metallographer at our Gary Works facility.

Responsibilities: 
  • Preparing both internal and external customer samples for defect analysis. The preparing of this work includes but is not limited to use of laboratory equipment such as shears, vertical and horizontal saws, sample mounting equipment and sample polishing equipment. 
  • Perform defect analysis using microscopes both scanning electron and optical. 
  • Complete technical reports will be written and distributed to the appropriate parties.
  • Perform grain and Vickers hardness testing on certain grades of steel as required by the customer.
  • Responsible for performing carbide testing. 
  • Provide the producing facilities with technical and quality support. 
  • Apply educational/technical experiences and utilize problem solving and continuous improvement skills. 
 
 
Requirements: 
  • Education background in Engineering, Technology or Metallurgy. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Two years experience in steel or heavy industrial manufacturing.
  • Lab experience a plus.
  • Scanning Electron Microscope experience, a plus.
  • Skills in developing collaborative relationships to achieve results, analysis, continuous improvement, and verbal and written technical communication.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and API Q1 quality system requirements is a plus.

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