Copeland

Copeland

Senior Materials Engineer

Sidney, OH, USA · Senior · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago
Project ManagementSEMMicroscopyLeadershipCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringWriting

About the role

  • We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain.
  • And we bring comfort to people globally.
  • Join our team and start your journey today!

Responsibilities

  • We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills and competencies to compete and lead in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership.
  • The area's generally low costs of living, excellent school systems, and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment.
  • Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Requirements

  • Industry (R&D or manufacturing) experience in one or more of the following: iron foundry, aluminum foundry, flat-rolled steel production, or powder metallurgy or equivalent.

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering, Metallurgy or a closely related field (advanced degree a plus).
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in metallurgical engineering in manufacturing or R&D environment
  • Demonstrated expertise in metallurgical sample preparation and metallographic analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with SEM, optical microscopy, metallograph, and hardness testing equipment.
  • Hands on experience with failure analysis methodologies
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot laboratories and process equipment.
  • Excellent technical writing and report-writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Master's degree or PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science (metal focus).
  • Experience applying tribology principles and tribological testing
  • Prior experience mentoring technical staff.

Benefits

  • Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more.
  • We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
  • If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: copeland.careers@copeland.com

Company info

  • We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
  • Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
  • Senior Materials Engineer
  • The Corporate Materials Engineering department located in Sidney, Ohio is the central resource supporting Copeland's varied and global business units. It is comprised of metallurgy, chemistry, and polymer engineering functions.
  • Prepare metallurgical samples (cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, etching) for analysis in accordance with established laboratory standards.
  • Perform sample analysis using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray Fluorescence, optical and digital microscope, Optical Emission spectroscopy, and other metallographic techniques to characterize microstructure, inclusions, defects and chemical composition.
  • Conduct hardness testing and interpret results against material specifications.
  • Lead and support failure analysis investigations, identifying root causes of part or material failures and recommending corrective actions.
  • Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory and process equipment, coordinating repairs and calibration to minimize downtime.
  • Write detailed, well-organized technical reports communicating findings, conclusions, and recommendations to engineering, quality, and operations stakeholders.
  • Partner with production, quality, engineering teams and Copeland suppliers to resolve material and process-related issues in real time.
  • Support internal customers on the continuous improvement initiatives related to material quality, process control, and product reliability.
  • Ensure laboratory practices comply with relevant industry, safety, and quality standards.
  • Mentor junior engineers and technicians on metallurgical techniques and best practices.

Equal opportunity

  • Employer
  • Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
  • Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.
  • Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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