Metallurgical Technician The company is a high-tech laboratory that is involved in testing, failure analysis and characterization of materials, components and structural elements. We use a variety of techniques like optical and scanning electron microscopy, macro and micro-FTIR, XRF, DSC, TGA, TMA, x-ray imaging analysis, Mechanical tensile testers, hardness and microhardness testers, ICP, Leco analyzers, optical spectrophotometry, roughness testers, high temperature thermal analysis systems, metallurgical sample preparation equipment, temperature/humidity chambers, thermal cycling chambers, etc. As a member of the Metallurgical Division Team, you will be supporting the Technical Services activities with a variety of standard metallurgical laboratory testing and analysis work. In this role you will also support operational activities by providing technician support on failure analysis. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Regards safety as a high priority and demonstrates initiative in terms of seeking out and resolving safety issues. Precision and attention to detail Perform the following Metallurgical Laboratory Activities: Metallography: Sample preparation (sectioning, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching) Optical microscopy • Computerized image analysis Record, summarize and electronically submit test and analysis data to members of the team Perform basic maintenance of Metallurgical Lab equipment, as necessary R&D laboratory organization, cleanliness and safety Works in compliance with companies Quality and EHS Policies and Procedures, including ISO 9001-2015 Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications, Education And / or Experience: B. Sc. or higher Diploma in Materials Science / Metallurgy Materials engineering knowledge in respect to the structure of metals and metals processing 1 -3 years working experience in the automotive, electronic or metals processing industry is preferred Knowledge of fundamentals of metallurgy, materials engineering and process engineering Ability to learn new skills, apply good experimental methodologies. Good organizational and documentation skills Good analytical abilities and problem-solving skills Demonstrated strong communication skills, high-level of motivation and ability to work independently or as a team member Good verbal and written communication skills Microsoft Office, specifically Word & Excel, file management, Word, Excel