Staff Consultant (Metallurgical Engineer)

Overview:

Every day, we get the opportunity to make a positive impact on our customers, colleagues, and partners, by solving some of the toughest technical problems. Since 1972, we have provided innovative solutions to companies across a multitude of industries that require in-depth technical knowledge in engineering design and analysis, thermal and fluid science, instrumentation and testing. Leading with integrity, our multi-disciplinary engineering methods, advanced technology, innovative applications and highly experienced staff provide quantifiable benefits to clients around the world.

As we push forward, we are focused on delivering innovative concepts with the highest standards of service and are committed to a culture of trust, and excellence to provide value to those we service.

About The Role:

We are currently seeking a Staff Consultant (Metallurgical Engineer) to join our Materials Engineering team. As a key member of this dynamic group, you’ll dive into fascinating failure analyses across industries—from petrochemical to medical devices, lead cutting-edge creep testing and remaining life assessments and deliver expert metallurgical and welding consulting that helps clients solve critical challenges and makes a real impact. This role offers the chance to work directly with clients, solve high-stakes engineering problems, and shape the future of industrial reliability and safety. Hands-on involvement with materials selection, welding, inspection, and degradation analysis will allow you to directly influence the integrity, reliability, efficiency, and safety of industrial systems. You’ll collaborate with top-tier professionals, mentor rising engineers, and contribute to industry standards and conferences. This is an onsite opportunity located in Cincinnati, OH.

At SES we take pride in fostering an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. This position requires legal authorization to work in the U.S. Candidates must be able to provide the necessary documentation to verify identity & employment eligibility through the I-9 verification process.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct failure analysis of components from petrochemical, consumer product, and medical device industries
• Perform creep testing and remaining life assessments for petrochemical applications
• Provide metallurgical and welding consulting across a variety of industries
• Interface with clients, prepare technical proposals and reports, and lead or contribute to project teams
• Establish and implement requirements for materials selection, manufacturing, welding, and inspection
• Identify degradation mechanisms based on process conditions and test data
• Develop inspection and testing methods to ensure mechanical integrity of industrial systems
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to building successful engineering practice
• Participate, lead, and present in industry conferences and consensus standards development

Who You Are:

• 10+ years of experience in metallurgical engineering, preferably in the energy or aerospace industries.
• MS or Ph.D. in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, with a strong background in ferrous metallurgy.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE).
• Deep knowledge of industry codes and standards (API 6A, API 5L, NACE MR0175/ISO 15156, ASME BPVC Sections VIII and IX, ASME B31, ASME FFS-1/API 579).
• Experience with renewable energy materials (e.g., carbon capture, hydrogen storage) and additive manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and solve time-sensitive challenges with confidence.
• Willingness to travel to refineries, power plants, offshore platforms, and industrial shops
• Forensic investigation and expert witness experience is advantageous.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. passport for international travel.

Recruitment Process Disclosure:

As part of your candidacy and potential future employment, you agree to maintain the confidentiality of certain information. This includes not disclosing, sharing, or discussing any proprietary, sensitive, or client-related information obtained through your interactions with Stress Engineering Services. Whether through interviews, onboarding, or employment, you are expected to treat all company and client information as confidential and protected. This obligation applies during and after your engagement with us. By continuing in the hiring process, you acknowledge and agree to these terms of confidentiality and non-disclosure.

What’s In It for You:

We offer a challenging position where curiosity is not only welcomed but celebrated. As we continue to evolve, your work will have a true impact on Stress Engineering Services’ future success. We are an employee-owned firm, and our benefits eligible employees enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, paid time off, paid holidays, and more. Compensation is determined by market indicators and tailored to reflect your unique skills, experience, and background.

Stress Engineering Services, Inc., (SES) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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