Metallurgical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Igatpuri, Maharashtra, India Parveen Industries Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

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.