Metallurgical Lab Technician

Metallurgical Lab Technician

About PROENERGY

PROENERGY is a global and vertically integrated energy transition platform. Focused exclusively on fast-start, dispatchable power, our company supports both energy security and renewable growth with complete turbine services, project development, equipment manufacturing, turnkey generation facilities, operations, and maintenance.

Our Footprint

We are primed for the energy transition with permanent service locations in Missouri, Texas, and Argentina. Our world-class Missouri headquarters is purpose-built to meet dispatchable power needs. It sits on 90 acres in Sedalia and features more than 600,000 sq. ft of service capacity under roof, which includes the only independent Level-IV aeroderivative depot and string-test facility in the world. Our Houston, Texas, office is a strategic satellite positioned near our own dispatchable power installations.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

A metallurgical lab technician plays a crucial role in examining and testing metal samples to determine their physical properties. The technician will be responsible for all heat treatment of the parts as deemed necessary, and as per specifications called for by PROENERGY standards and/or the engineering team.

Reports To: ARM Supervisor

Work Location: 6401 North Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041

Position Responsibilities

- Prepare specimens by cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching metal samples.

- Ensure that the samples are ready for further analysis.

- Examine the sample by using optical microscopy equipment.

- Measure properties such as hardness, strength, flexibility, and other relevant characteristics.

- Apply and understand customer and industry specification and requirements.

- Follow guidelines to ensure accurate and consistent results.

- Interpret data and collaborate with other technicians to maintain the quality result.

- Ensure the reliability of materials used in various applications.

- All other duties as called for by management.

Required Qualifications

- Must read, write and speak fluent English.

- US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.

- Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

- 2 plus years in a Quality Work Environment

- 2 plus years of directly related work experience in a repair overhaul facility

- Knowledge of the Metallurgical Lab practices

- Experience in the following Tools / Practices:

- Cut-off saw

- Hot Mounting press

- Castable vacuum system – vacuum impregnation system

- Lab Oven – setting up epoxy mounts

- Polisher – Automatic polishing system

- Protective Lab Hood – For use in etching samples to vent fumes

- Micro-hardness tester with digital analysis system for evaluation

- Microscope with digital camera and imaging software system for photomicrographs and evaluations

- Imaging Analysis software

- Tensile Tester for tensile and bond strength testing

- SEM and EDM for analysis of microstructures

- Stress Rupture Testing equipment

- Various other equipment for analysis of materials and coatings

It is PROENERGY’s policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.