Supports engineering teams in designing, developing, testing, and improving metal products and processes. Responsibilities include analyzing material performance, conducting research, preparing technical documentation, participating in quality control, collaborating with production and quality teams, troubleshooting shop-floor issues, and following safety and PPE requirements.
Combined Metals is a premier North American processor and distributor of specialty strip and wire built through 50 years of growth and acquisition. Combined Metals is the largest independent processor and distributor of specialty strip and wire in North America. With nine service centers, Combined Metals supports over 3,000 customers in the Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear, Medical, Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Electrification, Automotive, and Consumer industries. Decades of quality and reliability have made Combined Metals a chosen source in performance applications.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design, development, and testing of metal products and processes.
- Support the engineering team with analyzing material properties and performance.
- Conduct research and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Help in the preparation of technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
- Participate in quality control activities and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborate with various departments such as production and quality.
- Aid in troubleshooting technical issues on the shop floor.
- Observe all safety rules and wear all PPE as required.
- Other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of ESM
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