Metallurgist (58360)

About the Role

This is a full-time, on-site Metallurgist/Polymer Specialist I role with Applied Technical Services, LLC, a provider of testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The role focuses on materials analysis and failure investigation for clients in aerospace, power, and medical industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform material testing, data interpretation, and technical report writing.
• Consult with customers to determine analysis requirements and gather background information.
• Conduct materials characterization using microscopy and other analytical techniques.
• Assist with regular calibration, maintenance, and verification of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain and update chemical and equipment inventories.
• Adhere to laboratory quality systems, ISO requirements, and safety procedures.
• Assist senior staff with research, testing, and customer projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Materials

• Metals
• Polymers
• Coatings
• Thin films

Techniques

• Optical microscopy
• Electron microscopy
• SEM
• EDS
• FTIR
• XRD
• Corrosion testing

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Polymer Science, or a related Physical Science discipline.
• Experience: 0–5 years of experience in a metallurgical laboratory environment.
• Academic research, internships, or industry experience involving materials characterization, coatings, corrosion, or failure analysis is preferred.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong math and science aptitude.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong organizational abilities.
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), laboratory ISO requirements, and safe laboratory procedures.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and prepare technical reports for customers.
• Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with optical microscopy, SEM, EDS, FTIR, XRD, and related methods.
• Knowledge of coatings technologies, including paints, protective coatings, and thin film materials characterization.
• Understanding of corrosion mechanisms and corrosion testing methods.
• Experience with crystalline phase identification using X-ray Diffraction (XRD).
• Location: Marietta, GA
• Work Type: Full-time, On-site
• ITAR U.S. Persons Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position will consider only U.S. Persons.