Manager, Metallurgical Engineering

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESLead and develop a team of metallurgical engineersOversee metallurgical R&D initiatives including new steel chemistries and product improvementsDirect failure analysis activities and ensure timely root cause identificationReview and approve technical reports and test resultsEnsure lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operated safelyCollaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challengesSupport heat treatment processes and material property optimization, when requiredDrive continuous improvement initiativesEnsure compliance with HSE and QA systemsCommunicate project updates and milestones to leadershipEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’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 REQUIREMENTSStrong 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 COMPETENCIESLeadershipAccountabilityCollaborationcontinuous improvement mindsetResilienceTECHNICAL COMPETENCIES’Metallurgical analysisMaterials development and testingData analysis and technical reportingStrong technical writing and verbal skillsKnowledge 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 RESPONSIBILITIESSupport Grant Prideco R&D strategy through innovation in materials and product performancePartner with operations to transition R&D developments into productionDrive alignment between R&D, quality, and manufacturing to improve overall product reliability and performance.Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.We Power the Industry that Powers the WorldThroughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.Global FamilyWe are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work. Purposeful InnovationThrough purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.Service Above AllThis drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.CorporateOur family of companies is supported by our global Corporate teams, providing expert knowledge from functions including Human Resources, Information Technology, Compliance, Finance, QHSE, Marketing and Legal centers of expertise. We are structured to provide guidance and service above all to all our business operations.Full timePosting Date: