Metallurgical Lab Technician for Destructive testing - Mechanical & Chemical Testing of Carbon Steel

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Metallurgical Laboratory Incharge to manage and oversee day-to-day laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate testing, maintaining laboratory standards, supervising lab staff, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Job description

• Testing & Analysis
• Supervise mechanical, chemical, metallurgical, and corrosion testing of pipes.
• Ensure all tests (e.g., tensile, Charpy impact, hardness, Micro, Guide Bend test, chemical) are conducted per standards.
• Sample Management
• Ensure correct sampling procedures and traceability for all test specimens (e.g., from specific heat numbers or batch/Lot No.)
• Test Method Validation
• Validate and verify testing methods according to ASTM, ISO, or API standards.
• Calibration & Equipment Control
• Ensure all lab equipment is calibrated and maintained as per schedule.
• Maintain calibration records traceable to national/international standards.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Prepare and verify test reports and ensure traceability to production batches.
• Maintain accurate records, lab logs, and quality documentation.
• Non-Conformance Identification
• Identify and report any test failures or material deviations from specifications.
• Support NCR and root cause investigations.
• Team Supervision
• Train, assign, and monitor lab technicians and analysts.
• Ensure personnel are qualified and competent for their roles.
• Compliance & Safety

Ensure lab operations comply with applicable standards, project specifications, and HSE protocols.

Qualification : Minimum diploma in any discipline

Skill set

• Familiar with supervising tensile, impact (Charpy), hardness, micro flattening, bend, and calibration.
• Skilled in overseeing chemical composition analysis and metallographic examinations (grain size, microstructure, inclusion rating).
• Knowledge of calibration schedules and operational checks for lab equipment (e.g., UTM, spectrometer, impact tester). Etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month