Materials Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a Materials Engineer to focus on the evaluation of materials in new and service run GT components. 

Responsibilities

• Investigation of service component condition through visual and non-visual methods.
• Failure/Fracture surface characterization identifying the locations and fracture modes. 
• Expert in microstructural characterization (optical microscopic, SEM, EDS, etc.). 
• Chemical analysis practices and requirements. 
• Characterization of material systems for high performance applications (superalloys, high temperature metallics and ceramic coatings, intermetallics, stainless steel). 
• Participate in failure analysis activities. 
• Communication with internal and external customers.
• Writing of internal and external Technical Reports, presentations, purchase specifications, and process specifications. 
• Define and manage project schedule and budget.
• Support of product qualification, procurement, and material substitution. 

Qualifications

• BS in Materials, Ceramics, Mechanical or related technical field. 
• Minimum 3-5 years' related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Understanding of failure analysis of parts made of superalloy and steel materials.
• Knowledge of materials and metallurgy of steels superalloys and coatings and their chemistry, microstructure, heat treatments, and service degradation modes. 
• Knowledge of mechanical, physical, and environmental testing; materials data analysis. 
• Work experience in a manufacturing / lab environment preferred.
• Understanding of gas turbine coatings is preferred. 

The Company:

Viable Engineering Solutions is a world-class concept-to-completion center for the industrial market. We take Research and Development to the next level providing rapid prototyping, robotics, automation, and non-destructive testing solutions in our state-of-the-art concept-to-completion facility. We are located in Orlando in the heart of the Central Florida Research Park.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Viable Engineering Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes affirmative action to employ and advance qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

In compliance with federal law, we encourage qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. As a federal contractor, Viable is committed to complying with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000