Manager, Metallurgical Engineering

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and develop a team of metallurgical engineers
• Oversee metallurgical R&D initiatives including new steel chemistries and product improvements
• Direct failure analysis activities and ensure timely root cause identification
• Review and approve technical reports and test results
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safely
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges
• Support heat treatment processes and material property optimization, when required
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with HSE and QA systems
• Communicate project updates and milestones to leadership

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or material science (required)
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer in Material Science a plus.
• 7–10+ years of relevant experience with prior leadership or supervisory experience.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of metallurgical testing, failure analysis, and material properties.
• Strong understanding of welding technologies, procedures, including ASM Section IX.
• Experience with lab equipment such as SEM, microscopy, hardness, and impact testing.
• Understanding of heat treatment processes and steel chemistry development.
• Familiarity of non-destructive testing including wet magnetic inspection, ultrasound, x-ray, etc.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Leadership
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• continuous improvement mindset
• Resilience

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES’

• Metallurgical analysis
• Materials development and testing
• Data analysis and technical reporting
• Strong technical writing and verbal skills
• Knowledge of industry standards (API, NACE, ASTM, ASM).
• Knowledge of metallurgical flaw inspection processes.
• Ability to quickly master new softwares associated with metallurgical instruments and analysis.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Grant Prideco R&D strategy through innovation in materials and product performance
• Partner with operations to transition R&D developments into production
• Drive alignment between R&D, quality, and manufacturing to improve overall product reliability and performance.