Material Analysis and Testing the Metallurgist oversees all metallurgical testing operations using the laboratory's equipment suite. This includes conducting chemical analysis using the spectrometer, performing mechanical testing through hardness and impact testing, and analysing microstructure using metallographic examination. The role requires maintaining testing accuracy and ensuring proper calibration of all equipment.
Process Validation Using the laboratory facilities, the Metallurgist validates heat treatment processes through Jominy end quench testing and hardness profiling. They establish correlations between hardenability data and actual production results. The position involves monitoring process parameters and recommending adjustments based on test results.
Quality Control The role encompasses comprehensive quality control using the available testing equipment. This includes verifying material properties through universal testing, conducting non-destructive testing using MPI, and ensuring compliance with customer specifications through various testing methods.
Technical Authority and Equipment-Specific Responsibilities:
Spectrometer Operations
Authority to approve/reject material composition results
Responsibility for maintaining standardization samples
Power to establish testing procedures
Authority to validate test results
Decision-making power for recalibration requirements
Hardness Testing (Brinell and Rockwell)
Authority to establish testing protocols
Power to validate calibration blocks
Decision-making authority for test locations
Authority to approve hardness reports
Responsibility for maintaining testing standards
Impact Testing
Authority to define test parameters
Power to establish specimen preparation methods
Decision-making authority for temperature conditions
Authority to validate test results
Responsibility for equipment maintenance
End Quench/Jominy Testing
Authority to establish test procedures
Power to define cooling parameters
Decision-making authority for hardenability assessment
Authority to correlate results with production
Responsibility for maintaining test apparatus
Microscopic Analysis
Authority to define sample preparation standards
Power to establish examination procedures
Decision-making authority for microstructure evaluation
Authority to approve metallographic reports
Responsibility for maintaining microscope calibration
Universal Testing Machine
Authority to establish test procedures
Power to define test parameters
Decision-making authority for specimen design
Authority to validate test results
Responsibility for maintaining machine calibration
Magnetic Particle Inspection
Authority to establish inspection procedures
Power to define acceptance criteria
Decision-making authority for demagnetization parameters
Authority to approve inspection reports
Responsibility for maintaining MPI equipment
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Education A B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering is required. M.Tech in Metallurgy is preferred. Additional certifications in NDT and material testing are beneficial.
Experience The position requires 8-10 years in metallurgy, with demonstrated expertise in operating and interpreting results from various testing equipment. Experience with forging processes and heat treatment is essential.
Technical Expertise The role demands comprehensive knowledge of:
Material testing standards and procedures
Equipment calibration and maintenance
Data analysis and interpretation
Quality control systems
Heat treatment processes
Failure analysis methods
Documentation Authority
Signatory authority for metallurgical reports
Power to approve material specifications
Authority to modify process documentation
Decision-making power for investigation reports
Authority to issue technical bulletins
Power to maintain material databases
Technical Authority
Authority to provide technical consultation
Power to approve failure analysis reports
Decision-making authority for process improvements
Authority to recommend material changes
Power to define metallurgical acceptance criteria
Authority to validate new material grades
This position requires balancing theoretical knowledge with practical application while ensuring optimal material properties and process efficiency. The Metallurgist must maintain strong technical expertise while effectively communicating with various departments to achieve manufacturing excellence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?60,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
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