Metallographer Prep Tech

Position Summary

The successful candidate will have the ability to perform multiple tasks in the preparation of Mechanical and Metallographic test samples.

Responsibilities

• Preparing test specimens for optical metallography including:

• Cutting on an abrasive saw in accordance with written instruction

• Mounting sample in phenolic medium

• Polishing and acid etching in accordance with appropriate procedures.

• Maintaining sample identification through entire preparation process

• Logging of completed tests on a PC computer

• Must be able to work independently and organize work for efficient execution according to priorities identified by the lab expediter and metallography supervisor.

• Must be able to multi-task

• The highly successful candidate will also be able to perform the following tasks:

• Facing of hardness samples on a manual lathe

• Brinell and Rockwell hardness testing

• Experience in rating metallographic samples

• Experience in a manufacturing/ industrial environment

• Mechanical troubleshooting experience

Requirements

• Previous experience in Mechanical or Metallographic sample preparation

• Knowledge in heat treating practice and theory

• Knowledge and/or experience in the machining of mechanical test samples.

• Knowledge and/ or experience in preparation of Metallography samples and Metallographic Testing

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance

• 401K Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees. #LI-SP1