{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c9c692390ac20fa23fa624e7","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9c692390ac20fa23fa624e7","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c9c692390ac20fa23fa624e7","title":"Failure Analysis / Materials Engineer","description":"Location:\nColumbus, OH, United States\nBusiness:\nEnergy Systems\nPosition type:\nFull Time\nContract type:\nPermanent Employee\nJob ID:\n7320\nOverview\nAbout us\n\nWe are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.\n\nAs a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.\n\nAbout Energy Systems\n\nWe help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.\nAbout the role\n\nDNV Energy Systems’ Incident Investigation Section is seeking a curious, technically strong Failure Analysis / Materials Engineer to help uncover why critical materials and components fail then translate those findings into insights that improve safety, reliability, and performance. This role is ideal for someone with expertise in one or more of the following areas: metallurgy, mechanical or materials engineering, welding engineering, fractography, metallography, mechanical testing, nondestructive testing, light microscopy, and electron microscopy.\n\nThis position is located in our Dublin, Ohio office. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nRespond to pipeline incidents, leaks, ruptures, and integrity-related events by conducting on-site failure investigations.\nCollaborate with operators, regulators, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams during field investigations and incident response activities.\nSupport experienced engineers in executing and managing small to mid-sized failure analysis projects, including proposal development, data review, and reporting\nCollaborate with local and global teams.\nLearn from DNV’s national and international subject matter experts to build industry-based forensic materials expertise.\nWhat we offer\nGenerous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)\nMultiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits\nSpending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA\nEmployer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace\n401(k) with company match\nCompany provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits\nEducation reimbursement program\nFlexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities\nCharitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program\nVolunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company\nCareer advancement opportunities\n\n**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**\n\nDNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.\n\nDNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.\n\nFor more information\nhttps://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal\n\nAbout you\n\nWhat’s Required\n\nBachelor’s degree in metallurgical or materials science engineering, with a demonstrated focus on metals.\nStrong interpersonal skills.\nGenuine interest in analyzing evidence to identify material and metallurgical causes of failure.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.\nProficient using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS).\nWillingness to travel for assignments ranging from several days to several weeks, depending on the investigation.\nSelf-motivation, independence, and sound judgment in seeking subject matter expertise when needed.\nDemonstrated excellence in written English communication and presentation abilities.\nWe conduct pre-employment drug and background screening\n\nWhat is Preferred\n\nMaster’s degree or higher in metallurgical or materials science engineering, with a demonstrated focus on metals\nExperience using finite element software packages and laser scanning tools.\nExperience with or knowledge of transmission pipelines and other pressurized equipment.\nKnowledge of pressure vessel design codes and material specifications for pressurized equipment, including ASME and API standards.\nKnowledge of carbon steels.\nExperience using AI-enabled productivity tools, such as Microsoft Copilot.\nRelevant internship experience.\n\n *Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position\n\nBenefits\n\nPlease note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.\n\nProfit Share\n\nYou’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.\n\nPersonal Development\n\nYou’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.\n\n401(k)\n\nDNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.\n\nHealthcare and more\n\nYou’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.\n\nAdditional benefits\n\nID theft protection, generous PTO accrual including paid volunteer time off, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, dollar-for-dollar charitable donation matching, Dollars for Doers, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.\n\nValues-led organization\n\nOur values show a commitment to employees and the community they serve. These serve a guiding light on our journey to fulfill our Purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Driven by these Values, you’ll have the opportunity to give back through not only charitable matched giving, but through direct support to community organizations and as a mentor to students in underserved communities.\n\nDiversity, Equity and Inclusion\n\nAt DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.\n\nDiversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.\n\nWorking here\n\nSince 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.\n\nAt DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.","company":"DNV","rawCompany":"dnv","city":"Columbus","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T12:33:42.825Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2131.00","title":"Materials Engineers","slug":"materials-engineers"},{"code":"19-2032.00","title":"Materials Scientists","slug":"materials-scientists"},{"code":"17-3029.01","title":"Non-Destructive Testing Specialists","slug":"non-destructive-testing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Failure Analysis / Materials Engineer","description":"Location:\nColumbus, OH, United States\nBusiness:\nEnergy Systems\nPosition type:\nFull Time\nContract type:\nPermanent Employee\nJob ID:\n7320\nOverview\nAbout us\n\nWe are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.\n\nAs a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.\n\nAbout Energy Systems\n\nWe help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.\nAbout the role\n\nDNV Energy Systems’ Incident Investigation Section is seeking a curious, technically strong Failure Analysis / Materials Engineer to help uncover why critical materials and components fail then translate those findings into insights that improve safety, reliability, and performance. This role is ideal for someone with expertise in one or more of the following areas: metallurgy, mechanical or materials engineering, welding engineering, fractography, metallography, mechanical testing, nondestructive testing, light microscopy, and electron microscopy.\n\nThis position is located in our Dublin, Ohio office. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.\n\nWhat You’ll Do\n\nRespond to pipeline incidents, leaks, ruptures, and integrity-related events by conducting on-site failure investigations.\nCollaborate with operators, regulators, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams during field investigations and incident response activities.\nSupport experienced engineers in executing and managing small to mid-sized failure analysis projects, including proposal development, data review, and reporting\nCollaborate with local and global teams.\nLearn from DNV’s national and international subject matter experts to build industry-based forensic materials expertise.\nWhat we offer\nGenerous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)\nMultiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits\nSpending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA\nEmployer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace\n401(k) with company match\nCompany provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits\nEducation reimbursement program\nFlexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities\nCharitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program\nVolunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company\nCareer advancement opportunities\n\n**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**\n\nDNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.\n\nDNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.\n\nFor more information\nhttps://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal\n\nAbout you\n\nWhat’s Required\n\nBachelor’s degree in metallurgical or materials science engineering, with a demonstrated focus on metals.\nStrong interpersonal skills.\nGenuine interest in analyzing evidence to identify material and metallurgical causes of failure.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.\nProficient using a scanning electron microscope (SEM) and energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS).\nWillingness to travel for assignments ranging from several days to several weeks, depending on the investigation.\nSelf-motivation, independence, and sound judgment in seeking subject matter expertise when needed.\nDemonstrated excellence in written English communication and presentation abilities.\nWe conduct pre-employment drug and background screening\n\nWhat is Preferred\n\nMaster’s degree or higher in metallurgical or materials science engineering, with a demonstrated focus on metals\nExperience using finite element software packages and laser scanning tools.\nExperience with or knowledge of transmission pipelines and other pressurized equipment.\nKnowledge of pressure vessel design codes and material specifications for pressurized equipment, including ASME and API standards.\nKnowledge of carbon steels.\nExperience using AI-enabled productivity tools, such as Microsoft Copilot.\nRelevant internship experience.\n\n *Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position\n\nBenefits\n\nPlease note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.\n\nProfit Share\n\nYou’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.\n\nPersonal Development\n\nYou’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.\n\n401(k)\n\nDNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.\n\nHealthcare and more\n\nYou’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.\n\nAdditional benefits\n\nID theft protection, generous PTO accrual including paid volunteer time off, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, dollar-for-dollar charitable donation matching, Dollars for Doers, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.\n\nValues-led organization\n\nOur values show a commitment to employees and the community they serve. These serve a guiding light on our journey to fulfill our Purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Driven by these Values, you’ll have the opportunity to give back through not only charitable matched giving, but through direct support to community organizations and as a mentor to students in underserved communities.\n\nDiversity, Equity and Inclusion\n\nAt DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.\n\nDiversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.\n\nWorking here\n\nSince 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.\n\nAt DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. 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