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Failure Analysis Engineer Location: Nashua, NH Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile ...

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Join a fast-moving engineering team where your curiosity, grit, and hands-on problem-solving skills ... Familiarity with materials or metallurgical analysis, such as cross-sectioning, failure-surface ...

Join a fast-moving engineering team where your curiosity, grit, and hands-on problem-solving skills ... Familiarity with materials or metallurgical analysis, such as cross-sectioning, failure-surface ...

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Failure Analysis Engineer Location: Etters, PA Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile ...

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The Failure Analysis Engineer will monitor test failure trends in NPI, provide corrective actions to improve production test yields, and assist this Test and Reliability Engineering Department as ...

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Failure analysis laboratory process engineer in Fayetteville, AR. Individual will provide support for customer returns, new product introduction and continual improvement for Wolfspeed SiC-based ...

Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical Failure Analysis Engineer to support the investigation of hardware failures in rack systems, server platforms, and data center infrastructure ...

Samtec is seeking a Failure Analysis Engineer to join the Engineering Support Group (ESG) team based in Colorado Springs, CO. If your favorite part of engineering is rolling up your sleeves, tearing ...

Texas Instruments (TI) is seeking a full-time Failure Analysis Engineer in Dallas, Texas to be responsible for technical functions in support of engineering activities such as characterization design ...

NPI build defective boards debugging, analysis and repair. * Work with product engineering team to figure out production issue (Including SMT and PCBA assembly). * Come out failure analysis report ...

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How much do metallurgical failure analysis engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for metallurgical failure analysis engineer in the United States is $94,030.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Metallurgical Failure Analysis Engineer vs Materials Scientist?

AspectMetallurgical Failure Analysis EngineerMaterials Scientist
Primary FocusInvestigating metal failures, analyzing fracture surfaces, and determining causes of failure in metalsStudying properties, structure, and behavior of various materials, including metals, polymers, and ceramics
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, laboratories, manufacturing plantsResearch labs, academic institutions, industry research divisions
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related fields; certifications like ASM or NACEBachelor's or higher in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics; advanced degrees often preferred

While both roles involve materials analysis, Metallurgical Failure Analysis Engineers focus specifically on metal failures and fracture analysis in industrial environments, whereas Materials Scientists study a broader range of materials' properties and behaviors across various industries.

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Materials Engineer - Metallurgy

Materials Engineer - Metallurgy

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Newark, DE • On-site

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Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Materials Engineer– Metallurgy-#19871
Metallurgical Failure Analysis Expert
Location: Newark, DE
Step into a high-impact role where your metallurgical expertise directly influences industrial performance, safety, and sustainability on a global scale. Join my client in solving complex material challenges that protect critical infrastructure and drive smarter, cleaner operations worldwide.
Responsibilities
  • Lead metallurgical failure analyses and determines root causes
  • Assess corrosion, material degradation, and compatibility issues
  • Partner with commercial and engineering teams to support customers
  • Guide internal teams across R&D, manufacturing, and quality
  • Perform metallurgical testing, microstructure analysis, and documentation
  • Deliver clear technical reports and presentations to global stakeholders
  • Collaborate with international experts across R&D, manufacturing, and engineering
Requirements
  • Deep expertise in metallurgical failure analysis and degradation mechanisms
  • Hands-on experience with microstructure interpretation and etching techniques
  • Strong knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in industrial systems
  • Ability to translate complex metallurgical findings into actionable insights
Why You Should Apply
  • Competitive compensation package (dependent on experience)
  • Performance-based bonus plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Work on globally impactful industrial and environmental challenges
How To Apply
We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to sb@scientificsearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Please include Job#19871.
Please note that all candidates applying must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident. Client will NOT sponsor.