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Retained Metallurgy Searches in Chattanooga, TN (1/7/08)#1. Senior Metallurgist, Failure Analysis My client is a global leader in the world of power generation and sets the benchmark for innovative and environmentally friendly technologies. The company designs, manufactures and supplies state-of-the-art products and systems to the power generation and industrial markets and has an immediate opportunity for a qualified Senior Metallurgical Engineer with Materials Technology Center (MTC) at the Chattanooga, Tennessee facility. The Senior Metallurgical Engineer will be responsible for providing technical direction and contributions to a broad range of metallurgical activities including material selection, high temperature material behavior, effects of service environments, failure analysis, remaining life estimates, and manufacturing processes including welding. This position will focus on metallurgical R&D activities and will be expected to provide technical insight and leadership on topics ranging from creep strength enhanc ed ferritic steels through advanced stainless steels to nickel based alloys for future plant concepts. In addition to an excellent understanding of metallurgy candidates must also be able to execute metallurgical investigations and material test programs. A working knowledge of the materials requirements of ASTM and ASME standards, particularly the boiler and pressure vessel code would be advantageous. Some experience with modeling of material behavior, characteristics and performance (e.g. microstructural evolution, creep, oxidation, corrosion) would be beneficial. The Senior Metallurgical Engineer will be expected to define and supervise projects to completion, develop technical reports and presentations, interact with R&D teams and engineering groups within Alstom as well as industry teams and external customers. Assigned tasks will be executed with limited supervision and some travel (domestic and international) will be required. NOTE: The successful candidate will likel y hold a PhD in Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent, post-docs and individuals with only a year or two of experience will definitely be considered. Welding Engineers or Materials Engineers with a relevant background will also be considered. Demonstrated expertise in directing materials research activities is required. Knowledge of the issues related to materials and operation of critical boiler and turbine components is required. Must demonstrate strong verbal and written communications skills, and the ability to work within and lead diverse, multifunctional teams. My client offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Posted By: Nicholas Meyler #2. Materials Technologist, Metallurgist Materials Technologist-Supplier Development We are looking for a Materials Technologist-Supplier Development to be part of this exciting start-up project. Position Description • Support and advise suppliers during the manufacture of client's products regarding applied manufacturing processes. • Access the technical capabilities and competencies of newly identified suppliers in support of the sourcing-led supplier qualification. • Provide detailed technical advice to product owners during the qualification of the manufacture of products by suppliers. • Lead the review of material specifications relevant to the US and Mexico. • Identify and evaluate opportunities to use substitute materials and modify the existing specification to encompass locally available materials. • Support the North American region, Mexico, and the US. • Become familiar with other client products and components and expand the role worldwide in the longer term (> 18 months), supporting an existing Materials Engineer who provides a similar service globally.] • Act as the single point of contact for Mexico and US on all matters relating to metallurgical support in the engineering, sourcing, and manufacturing areas. • Seek advice from the R&D community, ensuring that issues are captured and shared. • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements • Bachelor degree in metallurgy or materials engineer, Masters level desirable • Significant experience in the manufacturing industry and in building customer relationships. • Notable application experience of sound metallurgical principles, particularly in the field of ferrous materials. • Good team player • Ability to influence others • Ability to anticipate, recognize and handle conflict situations • Confident, innovative and independent worker • Enthusiastic and highly flexible • Ability to cop e with multiple simultaneous tasks, often under pressure • Sound metallurgical knowledge and knowledge of NAFTA materials standards • Practical experience of NDT and qualification in auditing to recognized international quality standards are desirable • Ability to adopt and live up to the company's Core Values of Trust, Team, and Action • Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: frequent sitting, standing, and walking; frequent computer use; frequent telephone use; some lifting or moving up to 25 lbs.; ability to travel as needed (less than 10% travel) • Ability to read, understand, and clearly speak the English language Posted By: Nicholas Meyler Retained Search for Thermal and Mechanical Design Engineers (1/7/08)(Two Separate Positions) I. Design Engineer (Mechanical or Thermal) Description: (1) Help develop processes and procedures for effective management of the technical aspects of design and manufacturing of heat transfer equipment. (2) Perform Thermal design, mechanical design, and technical management of heat exchanger product lines, including but not limited to MSR, Feedwater Heaters, and Steam Surface Condensers. (3) Deliver technical direction for Quality and Manufacturing requirements and contribute to the evaluation and qualification of suppliers and products. (4) Interface with internal and external Customers across the globe regarding technical matters throughout the course of a job. (5) Coordinate project design between offices in the U.S. and Paris, France. (6) Provide technical support during manufacturing and commissioning. (7) Provide technical support to Sales department in terms of preliminary equipment design and presenting client's equipment design to Customers where required. (8) Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor (four year) degree in mechanical or chemical engineering. Knowledge of U.S. Codes and standards and correspondence with European standards (Including ASME VIII Div.1, HEI, TEMA). Experience in technical data management and CAD systems. Solid engineering problem solving skills. Experience in manufacturing techniques of heat exchangers and pressure vessels. Ability to anticipate possible manufacturing difficulties when the design has been given. Effective communication skills in a multicultural work environment. Working within an international team (mainly Europe and NAFTA zone). Proficiency in French or German helpful (not mandatory). Ability to take short duration trips. Ability to adopt and live up to the company's Core Values of Trust, Team, and Action. Ability to meet physical demands of the job, including but not limited to: frequent sitting, standing, and walking; frequent computer use; frequent telephone use; some lifting or moving up to 25 lbs.; ability to travel as needed (less than 10% travel). Ability to read, understand, and clearly speak the English language. Posted By: Nicholas Meyler International Field Service Engineer (Posted 12/31/08)This employer on the East Coast is a leading power generation services company which has retained me to identify a Field Service Engineer who enjoys either domestic or international travel (75%). The successful candidate will be primarily involved in visual inspections ("eye-balling") of steam generator equipment (boilers), inspecting equipment for problems, suitability of application and remaining life. This individual will walk inside boilers with a set of drawings, using scaffolds or cherry pickers, inspecting welds and appropriate equipment. He/she must be comfortable inside boilers, (must be able to handle sitting on planes for extended periods, working in hot and cold environments, confined spaces, etc). Will analyze failed equipment (but no engineering analysis on site) and write reports on findings. Will also have a small role in training. The appropriate candidate will have either a Bachelor's degree or commensurate experience. This individual will not only have appropriate technical skills but also must maintain the personal confidence and interpersonal skills to work effectively with engineers, managers and technical people on site. International sites are largely Western (i.e. "developed") countries and located in larger urban areas. My client does not maintain any facilities in "war risk" countries. Most travel will be to South America, Europe and Israel with very limited travel to Asia, Thailand, and India. Career Upside: someone with these skills and proven success has both very strong horizontal and vertical career opportunity within this large corporation. Field service engineering is considered the most valuable skill-set by this company. Almost every senior executive (marketing, sales, engineering, operations) including the President started their careers with this organization as a field service engineer. Location: this candidate can live anywhere in the United States with a preference being toward the coasts or at least within commutable distance to a major hub, to help facilitate travel. Support: though this person will be traveling alone, they will have a very strong and effective "back office" support from corporate. Formal Description: Field Engineers are responsible for assisting customers at their plant sites with equipment start-ups, solving operational and maintenance problems and helping them meet their plant operational objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for self-motivated, flexible individuals who enjoy challenging and diverse job responsibilities. The incumbents will be responsible for providing advice and guidance on the commissioning, operation, maintenance, efficiency, and reliability of fossil fired steam generator equipment and systems. Activities include: (1) Scheduling and managing steam generator equipment commissioning and
inspections Duties will also include analyzing, planning and conducting evaluations of a variety of technical tasks requiring the application of general engineering knowledge of power plant equipment. In this position, the incumbent will also act as the Company's representative in resolving and reporting on general technical and logistics problems while maintaining good customer relations and protecting the interest of the company. Will also conduct inspections, commissioning or test programs within estimated resources while ensuring that the quality of services will not be impaired. Candidate must meet the Minimum Requirements for the job: Must live and be authorized to work in the U.S. (no H1B visas will be considered at this time). Bachelor's in Engineering or related field or combination of education and experience. Minimum 5 years experience in power industry or related field. Boiler and/or environmental technology in a power plant environment or related field. Ability to travel 75-80% internationally. Hands-on, mechanical aptitude. Ability to work with people. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Physical requirements: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping/Crouching, Kneeling, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing & Pulling, Lifting up to 20 lbs, Grasping, Repetitive motion, Confined Space and must be able to fit through a hole 18" in diameter, Close visual acuity, the ability to work both inside and outside in varying weather elements and handle high volumes of noise. Posted By: Nicholas Meyler To post a job offering, contact the
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