Metallographer

Position Summary

The Metallographer is responsible for preparing, examining, and documenting metallographic specimens to characterize microstructures and identify material anomalies in titanium, nickel-based, and steel alloys. This position supports production, quality assurance, process control, engineering investigations, and failure analysis through metallographic evaluation, microscopy, hardness testing, grain size analysis, and interpretation of material characteristics to engineering and industry specifications.

The role also supports laboratory operations through equipment maintenance, inventory management, sample handling, and adherence to safety and quality requirements.

Title: Metallographer

Rate Range: $40/hour to $50/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Location: Ave Lynn MA 01905

Duration: 12+ Months

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare metallographic specimens using cutting, mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching techniques.
• Perform microscopic examination and analysis of titanium, nickel-based, and steel alloy materials.
• Evaluate and document microstructural characteristics and identify material anomalies or defects.
• Conduct hardness testing and interpret results in accordance with applicable specifications and standards.
• Perform grain size measurements and microstructural evaluations.
• Support failure investigations by providing metallographic analysis and technical documentation.
• Analyze and assess production-related materials and processes, including:
• Braze joints
• Welds
• Recast layers
• IGA (Intergranular Attack)
• IGO (Intergranular Oxidation)
• Grain size characteristics
• Hardness properties
• Generate accurate reports, photographic documentation, and laboratory records.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and materials teams to resolve technical issues and support process improvements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Manage laboratory chemical and consumable inventories, including ordering and stock control.
• Coordinate the receiving, packaging, shipping, and handling of samples and materials.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures, environmental requirements, and quality management systems.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience preparing and analyzing metallographic specimens.
• Knowledge of metallography techniques, microscopy, and materials characterization methods.
• Familiarity with hardness testing and grain size evaluation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, standards, and laboratory procedures.
• Strong documentation, organization, and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with aerospace, energy, or advanced manufacturing materials.
• Knowledge of titanium, nickel-based superalloys, and steel metallurgy.
• Experience supporting quality investigations and failure analysis activities.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AMS, or other industry material specifications.
• Experience evaluating welds, braze joints, recast layers, IGA, and IGO conditions.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at 6106524256 or [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance