Metallurgical Engineer

Job Title: Metallurgical Engineer Department: Quality / Production / R&D Reports To: Head of Department / Technical ManagerQualification:

• M.Tech in Metallurgy / Materials Science / Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized university.

Job Purpose:To ensure selection, testing, and treatment of materials and welding processes are in line with industry standards and client specifications for oil & gas equipment manufacturing. To support production and quality teams in achieving robust metallurgical practices, enhancing product reliability, safety, and compliance.Key Responsibilities:

1. Material Selection & Specification:

2. Review project requirements and recommend suitable metals and alloys for pressure vessels, piping, valves, and other critical oil & gas equipment.

3. Ensure materials comply with applicable standards (ASME, ASTM, API, NACE, etc.).

4. Metallurgical Testing & Analysis:

5. Plan and supervise destructive and non-destructive testing (DT/ NDT).

6. Perform failure analysis and root cause investigation for rejected or failed components.

7. Evaluate microstructure, hardness, grain size, and other metallurgical properties.

8. Heat Treatment & Welding:

9. Develop and monitor heat treatment procedures as per process requirements.

10. Assist in qualifying welders, reviewing WPS/PQR, and ensuring welding processes meet industry standards.

11. Process Improvement:

12. Recommend process improvements for casting, forging, machining, welding, and surface treatment to improve material performance.

13. Provide technical support for resolving metallurgical issues during fabrication or field complaints.

14. Documentation & Compliance:

15. Prepare metallurgical reports, inspection test plans (ITP), and maintain test records.

16. Coordinate with third-party inspectors and clients for material approvals.

17. Cross-Functional Coordination:

18. Liaise with design, procurement, production, and quality teams to address metallurgical aspects in product lifecycle.

19. Participate in technical discussions with suppliers and clients.

20. HSE & Standards Compliance:

21. Ensure all activities comply with company HSE policies and industry best practices.

22. Stay updated with developments in metallurgy relevant to oil & gas industry applications.

23. Strong knowledge of metallurgy of carbon steel, alloy steels, stainless steels, duplex steels, and corrosion-resistant alloys.

24. Hands-on experience in metallurgical lab testing, heat treatment, welding metallurgy, and failure analysis.
25. Familiarity with ASME, API, ASTM, NACE standards.
26. Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
27. Good communication and report-writing skills.
28. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team.

35 years preferred for mid-level roles in oil & gas equipment or heavy engineering industry.