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KSB GIW Inc.

Metallurgical and Materials Engineer

KSB GIW Inc., Grovetown, Georgia, United States, 30813


If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.Position Title:

Metallurgical and Materials Engineer

Location:

Grovetown, GA

Requisition ID:

JR_20285

Description:

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS ENGINEERKSB GIW, Inc.Job Title : Metallurgical and Materials EngineerDepartment:

Engineering Research & DevelopmentReports to:

Director, Metallurgy and Materials R&DLocation:

Grovetown, GAShift:

1stFLSA Status:

Salary exemptOVERVIEW:Performs a broad range of tasks and projects related to metallurgical and materials research and development as well as routine evaluation and investigation and provides technical supports to related parties and departments. GIW is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of slurry pumps, materials technology, and Research & Development, and this position supports the initiatives to continue driving the business forward.RESPONSIBILITIES:Applies extensive knowledge and experience in all metallurgical-materials related activities of testing and R&D projectsResearches possibilities and creates proposals for new and improved materials (metallic, non-metallic and composites), especially for wear, wear-corrosion and other critical applications for slurry pumps and other related componentsEstablishes test/experiment scopes for R&D projects using experimental design and other related principles.Conducts materials characterization using a variety of means including optical and electron microscopyWorks on a large variety of materials needed for GIW products and applications, including metallic alloys (e.g. high alloyed cast irons and steels), composites, elastomers, ceramics and coatings/overlaysDesigns and performs (with technicians and other engineers) related materials testing and evaluation, such as corrosion test, wear test, mechanical testing, thermal analysis and simulationPerforms materials evaluation and failure analysis for properties, root cause of failure and/or quality improvementProvides technical supports in materials related tasks to parties/departmentsWrites internal reports and professional papers based on testing/research findingsCollaborates with other departments on various projects, including materials selection, capital projects, customer support/solutions, and other related itemsQUALIFICATIONS:B.S. or graduate degree n Material Science and Metallurgical Engineering preferredCandidates with other educational backgrounds, but with relatively extensive work and research experience will also be consideredOne or more years of experience in metallurgical and materials research, testing, applications and failure analysisWork experience in wear resistant materials such as high alloyed cast irons, elastomers, composites and materials designs for industrial applications is a plusPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Primarily desk-type dutyTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:No travel required for this positionKSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.

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