Materials Engineer for Laboratory - Metallography and Failure Analysis (f/M/X)

Bilbao, Spain·Added 3 days ago

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    ITP Aero doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Bilbao

    No relocation package mentioned.

About the job

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

Would you like to contribute to solving complex problems in critical aeronautical components through advanced material characterization and analysis techniques?

At ITP Aero, we are looking to bring a person into the R&D Materials and Processes Laboratory team to participate in material characterization activities, metallographic evaluation, and failure analysis in aeronautical components. You will be part of a highly specialized environment, collaborating with different areas of the company and acting as a technical interlocutor with internal and external customers to define work, present results, and provide solutions based on knowledge of materials and processes.

What you'll do

  • Perform metallography work, material characterization, and failure analysis by identifying damage mechanisms and determining the root causes of failures in aeronautical components (RCA).
  • Manage the outsourcing of testing and analysis to external laboratories, including the definition of the technical scope, monitoring of the work, and review of results.
  • Prepare technical reports and present results and conclusions.
  • Collaborate with different areas of ITP Aero in solving problems related to materials and processes.
  • Define and coordinate work with internal and external customers.
  • Draft procedures and manage the documentation associated with laboratory activity.
  • Participate in quality activities, internal and external audits (NADCAP), safety, maintenance, calibration, and laboratory management.

What we're looking for

  • Knowledge of metallography.
  • Experience in material characterization and failure analysis using optical and electron microscopy (SEM and EDS).
  • Ability to identify damage mechanisms and perform root cause analysis.
  • Communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple interlocutors.
  • Customer orientation and the ability to present technical results in a clear and structured manner.

Nice to have

  • Higher studies: Master's or PhD
  • Experience in industrial laboratories and knowledge of the processes associated with their daily management.
  • Experience in other advanced characterization techniques, such as EBSD.
  • Knowledge of aeronautical materials, heat treatments, and mechanical testing.

Education & certifications

Degree or Master's in Materials Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related qualification.

Languages

English level C1.

What you'll get

You will join a high value-added technological environment, with opportunities for professional development, participation in innovative projects, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in a leading company in the aeronautical sector. At ITP Aero, we have a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to join our team.

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MATERIALS ENGINEER FOR LABORATORY - METALLOGRAPHY AND FAILURE ANALYSIS (F/M/X)

Soft Skills

  • Analytical skills and a problem-solving orientation.
  • Teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
  • Initiative and proactivity.
  • Organizational and planning skills.
  • Effective communication with internal and external customers.
  • Technical rigor and attention to detail.

Why choose this position?

Because you will have the opportunity to work in a benchmark laboratory within the aeronautical sector, participating in the research and resolution of complex technical problems related to materials and processes. You will contribute directly to improving the reliability and performance of critical components, in an innovative, collaborative, and highly specialized environment.

Who will you work with?

You will be part of the R&D Materials and Processes Laboratory team and will collaborate closely with professionals from Engineering, Technology, Quality, Production, and other areas of the ITP Aero Group, participating in cross-functional projects with high technical impact.

What is the location?

The job will be based in Zamudio, within the ITP Aero R&D Materials and Processes Laboratory team.

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