Metallurgical Engineer

Location: Muskegon, MI  

About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907 
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface. 

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030. 

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion. 

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for supporting a variety of Metallurgical services including metallographic and physical testing, product / process control testing and development, failure analysis, and problem solving. The incumbent also provides leadership and support for assigned programs and projects to ensure compliance with customer specifications, internal engineering standards, and AS9100 quality system requirements in a custom precision manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing metallurgical analyses and physical test results for production process control, product quality assurance, and provides product and material analyses.
• Review drawings, compare internal and external specifications against manufacturing processes, identifies gaps, and provides timely information to address discrepancies.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing floor, including visual aids, instructions, inspection forms, etc., to support Production and Quality objectives.
• Conduct periodic Quality reviews and internal audits (Flight Safety, AS9100, Gauge R&R, Capability studies, PFMEA, etc.).
• Perform routine and non-routine audits on laboratory procedures and analyses ensuring high levels of accuracy in both testing procedures and evaluations.
• Serve as the resident “Subject Matter Expert” for Heat Treating and Chemical Processing activities with an emphasis on Nadcap requirements.
• Perform various tests including surface temper etch, macro- and microhardness, physical, and mechanical property testing.
• Monitors Heat Treat equipment to ensure that the requirements of any/all applicable industry pyrometry standards are met.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, processing parameters and processing methods conforming to customer and/or industry standards.
• Prepare metallurgical specimens for analysis, makes accept/reject decisions, and reports the results as required.
• Oversee the training, training requirement, qualifications, and skill enhancement of Metallurgical Laboratory and Heat Treat Technicians.
• Establish and enforce safe laboratory practices.
• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to other departments as necessary.
• Interface with customers on areas of expertise and responsibilities as required.
• Develop competencies in areas of interest, such as Advanced Quality techniques, Continuous Improvement, Process Development, scrap reduction, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned, scheduled and/or required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Material Science or similar Engineering discipline, with one to three (1 to 3) years manufacturing experience.
• Background in metal removal, alloy steel thermal processing (thru-hardening, carburizing, temper, etc.), chemical processing, AMS2750, and Nadcap requirements preferred.
• Physically mobile and able to safely perform routine tasks (standing, sitting, bending, lifting up to 40 lbs).
• Must have a solid understanding of business, cost elements, and manufacturing processes.
• An advanced level of mechanical comprehension.
• Solid analytical problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to effectively interact with all levels of the organization both orally and written.
• Desire to develop competencies in areas of interest, such as Advanced Quality techniques, Continuous Improvement, Process Development, scrap reduction, etc.

What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement, and innovation. 

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more 

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Quality Assurance Manager
Location: Muskegon, MI  
Job ID: 19619

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