Senior Metallurgist | Steel Pipe ManufacturingWe're seeking a
Senior Metallurgistwith deep expertise in steel pipe manufacturing to serve as a key technical authority within a growing industrial operation. This role reports directly to the General Manager and provides leadership in metallurgy, welding, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities- Define metallurgical requirements and ensure compliance with API, ASME, ASTM, and customer specifications.
- Analyze mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical test data for plate and finished pipe products.
- Provide technical leadership for welding metallurgy, including SAW process optimization and weld performance.
- Lead root cause investigations and drive corrective actions for quality and production issues.
- Support customer technical reviews, audits, and code interpretation discussions.
- Develop and qualify welding procedures (WPS/PQR) and maintain metallurgical standards.
- Mentor junior technical staff and promote best practices across quality and manufacturing teams.
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- 10+ years of metallurgy experience in steel plate, pipe, or heavy manufacturing.
- Direct experience with HFW and/or SAWL pipe production.
- Strong knowledge of API 5L, API 1104, API 2B, ASME Section IX, ASTM standards, and welding metallurgy.
- Proven problem-solving, customer-facing, and technical leadership skills.
- NDT, ASNT, or CWI experience/certifications are a plus.
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