Metallographer
Eurofins EAG Materials Science LLC (EAG) is a world leader as an independent analytical services provider. EAG Laboratories provides consulting and expert witness services in materials failure analysis to clients including a diverse range of industries and business sectors with companies that design, manufacture or incorporate products for tomorrow’s technology driven world.
Seeking a Metallographer/Metallurgical Laboratory Technician for our metallurgical and failure analysis laboratory in the Los Angeles area. Experience in metallography, hardness/micro-hardness testing and digital photography required. B.S. degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Metallographic sample preparation includes cutting, mounting, identifying, polishing and etching specimens in accordance with appropriate procedures
- Perform hardness and microhardness testing.
- Organize work for efficient execution according to procedures.
- Maintain flow through met prep and metallography to meet customer needs and promote efficiency.
- Must have interest in learning new techniques to work of special metals.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science preferred.
- Knowledge of basic metallurgy.
- Knowledge of safely handling of acids is a plus.
- At least two years of metallography equipment operation and analysis experience
- Experience in metallography, hardness/micro-hardness testing and digital photography required, experience using stereo microscope.
- Hands-on experience
- Good communication and documentation (computer) skills.