Senior Metallurgist

Senior Metallurgist Job SummaryUnder general supervision, provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership in Metallurgical testing and analysis at assigned site.Senior Metallurgist ResponsibilitiesConducts, plans and assists with Metallurgical study, development, testing and analyses of designs, processes or procedures at assigned siteServes as technical expert on complex Metallurgical testingReports metallurgical or process issues and makes recommendations to Chief Metallurgist on how to resolve/correct the issuesReviews and recommends new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocolsContributes to the improvement of Metallurgical processEvaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipmentProvides guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulationsMaintains current working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local regulationsMay contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for Metallurgical testingMay represent the site on company-sponsored steering teamsSenior Metallurgist Position RequirementsBachelor's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific field, ORMaster's degree in Metallurgy, Chemistry or related Engineering discipline and three (3) years of experience in Metallurgy or related Scientific fieldKnowledge of the principles and methods used in complex Metallurgical and processing analysesAble to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusionsAbility to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautionsSkilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazardsAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingSenior Metallurgist Position Preferred Requirements Experience in hydrometallurgy