Metallurgist

Cardinal Engineering is currently seeking an experienced Metallurgist to enhance metallurgical processes in foundry operations, focusing on large-scale castings used on US Navy ships and submarines. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of metallurgical principles, materials science, and hands-on expertise in foundry environments to drive innovation and ensure product quality.

Candidates will be based out of the Washington Navy Yard with part-time telework. Some travel will be required in execution of assigned duties. Must be a US Citizen and currently possess a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot metallurgical processes used to produce large-scale castings.
• Conduct root cause analyses for casting defects and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to meet customer specifications and improve efficiency.
• Lead material testing and validation, including mechanical, microstructural, and chemical analyses.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies and methodologies to enhance casting quality and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASTM, ASME, ISO) and safety regulations.

Qualifications

Salary commensurate with years and applicability of experience ranging from $95 – $170K.

Cardinal Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We offer industry-leading employee benefits and growth potential is limited only by the candidate’s ambition :

Salary : $95,000 - $170,000