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Senior Project Metallurgist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$71K - $87K/yr

Key Responsibilities Project Metallurgy & Study Delivery * Lead metallurgical scope for ... Work closely with EPCM contractors and specialty consultants to review, challenge, and approve ...

Senior Project Metallurgist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$71K - $87K/yr

Author and compile metallurgy and processing sections of technical study reports. * Ensure ... Work closely with EPCM contractors and specialty consultants to review, challenge, and approve ...

Senior Metallurgist

Ruth, NV · On-site

$78K - $96K/yr

Process/ Metallurgy LOCATION: Robinson Mine - Ruth, NV PAY GRADE: 7 POSITION REPORTS TO: Chief ... Ability to establish effective working relationships with RNMC management, contractors and be a ...

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Plant Metallurgist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$80K - $135K/yr

Degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Mineral Processing, or a related technical discipline ... Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently. * Exposure to ...

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Nonconventional Machining Auditor - Independent Contractor

Remote

Performance Review Institute
Non-Profits • 51 - 200 employees

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Job description

Overview
This Nonconventional Machining auditor position is an excellent opportunity for recent retirees or consultants that have experience in Electrochemical Machining (ECM), Electrochemical Grinding (ECG), Electrochemical Drilling, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) or Laser Beam Machining (LBM)
Our auditors enjoy traveling domestically and/or internationally, a flexible schedule (some auditors perform 1 or 2 audits a month, while others desire to audit every week), competitive compensation that includes a daily rate plus travel expenses, meeting new people and keeping in touch with technology and the latest developments, networking with other industry professionals.
To learn more about this auditor position, please review these General Guidelines.
Qualifications
The ideal auditor candidate will possess most of the following criteria:
  • BS degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemistry or Related Field
  • Minimum two (2) years of "hands on" experience (preferably in the Aerospace Industry) with one or more of the following non-conventional machining processes: Electrochemical Machining (ECM), Electrochemical Grinding (ECG), Electrochemical Drilling, Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) or Laser Beam Machining (LBM)
  • Field auditing experience (Aerospace Industry Preferred)
  • Understanding of SAE, AMS and Prime Contractor non-conventional machining specifications
  • Understanding of General Quality Systems requirements (AS9100)