Senior Materials Characterization Scientist/Engineer

Be the subject matter expert and resource to Arconic plant laboratories in metallography and metallic alloy characterization.

In this role, you will

• Apply microscopy and microanalysis techniques to support research and operations projects related to failure analyses. Key activities include metallographic sample preparations, microstructure characterization, and elemental/phase analyses.
• Prepare, examine and document microstructural information from metal alloys, accomplished predominantly via electron microscopy, x-ray microanalysis and diffraction.
• Generate relevant quantifiable microstructural data for implementation into materials models and qualifications.
• Support Arconic’s alloy development efforts through proactively engaging with materials engineers to understand analytical needs, coordinate metallographic examinations, interpret results, prepare written documentation and present to collaborators and customers.
• Support the metallurgy laboratories across Arconic plants with new method development, instrument troubleshooting, workflow standardization, personnel training, and knowledge sharing as part of Arconic Laboratory Support Network activities.
• Support Arconic’s surveillance and qualification programs for new ingots and alloying materials using optical microscopy. Establish reference analytical databases and facilitate gage R&R assessments.
• Apply data science and materials informatics to understand the impact of parameter changes on microstructure and properties.
• Update laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to track status of work requests. Manage laboratory workload, streamline processes, optimize efficiency and report indicators for monitoring laboratory performance and data quality.
• Operate safely and with high standards in the laboratory. Maintain instruments and keep operating procedures and work instructions up to date.
• Scout new technologies, stay current with manufacturer hardware & software updates, attend relevant conferences/trainings, and publish technical reports.
• Develop and capture new intellectual property in the form of trade secrets and/or patents.