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RemX | The Workforce Experts

Metallurgical Engineer

RemX | The Workforce Experts, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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A growing industrial forging manufacturer in the Greater Houston area is seeking an experienced

Metallurgical Engineer – Forging

to support and enhance forging process controls, metallurgical quality, and compliance with governing standards and customer specifications. This role plays a key part in ensuring product integrity across forging, heat treatment, testing, and inspection activities for high‑performance alloy components.

Key Responsibilities

Establish, maintain, and implement process controls for forging operations to improve product quality and consistency

Develop Technical Data Sheets (forging, heat treatment, and testing requirements) based on material grade, governing standards, specifications, and customer requirements

Review and provide technical input on customer purchase orders and specifications

Support the sales team with technical and testing requirements during RFQ and order review

Lead and support R&D initiatives for new materials, alloys, and specifications

Verify and validate mill test reports (MTRs), laboratory data, and test results

Conduct product failure analysis using laboratory and test data to determine root cause and recommend corrective actions

Interface with quality, production, inspection, and engineering teams to ensure compliance with applicable standards

Desired Knowledge & Skills

Metallurgy & Materials Science:

Strong understanding of forging materials, mechanical properties, and chemical requirements to meet industry standards

Production & Processing:

Knowledge of raw materials, forging processes, heat treatment, and quality control methodologies

Testing & Analysis:

Familiarity with laboratory testing methods, metallurgical evaluation, and scientific problem‑solving techniques

Communication:

Strong verbal and written communication skills across technical and non‑technical teams

Technical Proficiency:

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Metallurgy will also be considered

Minimum

5 years

of experience in forging and/or foundry metallurgy

Working knowledge of applicable industry standards, including ASME, ASTM, API, AMS, MIL‑SPEC, EB/NAVY, ASNT, and related specifications

Job Family:

Quality Management

Travel Required:

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

Greater Houston

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