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CryoNova

Laboratory Technician

Watsonville, CA

$20 - $30/hr

Laboratory Technician (Part-Time/Freelance) - Powder Metallurgy Alloying Location: Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California Compensation: $20-$30/hour (negotiable based on experience) Hours: 10-15 ...

DYNAMIC FLOWFORM CORP.

$75K - $92K/yr

Lead alloy and process development projects, focusing on Ni-, Ti-, Co-, or Fe-based systems, powder metallurgy, or additive manufacturing (AM). * Develop and implement experimental plans for ...

DYNAMIC FLOWFORM CORP.

$67K - $83K/yr

Lead alloy and process development projects, focusing on Ni-, Ti-, Co-, or Fe-based systems, powder metallurgy, or additive manufacturing (AM). * Develop and implement experimental plans for ...

Addman Engineering

Powder Control Lead

Statesville, NC · On-site

High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification in materials handling, manufacturing, or related field preferred. * 3-5+ years of experience in powder metallurgy, materials ...

VulcanForms

Powder Lab Technician

Devens, MA · On-site

$21.25 - $28/hr

Experience working with metal powders, powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing. * Familiarity with particle size analysis, Hall flow testing, density measurements, or ...

VulcanForms

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Powder

Devens, MA · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Titanium, metal powder, powder metallurgy, or materials processing experience. * Experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments. * Experience with DOE ...

VulcanForms

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Powder

Harvard, MA · On-site

$99.58 - $136.93/hr

Titanium, metal powder, powder metallurgy, or materials processing experience. * Experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing environments. * Experience with DOE ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for powder metallurgy in the United States is $18.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is powder metallurgy?

A Powder Metallurgy job involves working with metal powders to manufacture components through pressing and sintering processes. Professionals in this field may be responsible for material selection, process optimization, quality control, and equipment operation. Common roles include production engineers, metallurgists, and technicians who develop and refine powder-based materials for industries like automotive, aerospace, and medical. These jobs require knowledge of metallurgy, machining, and sometimes additive manufacturing techniques.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in powder metallurgy?

Professionals in Powder Metallurgy are responsible for tasks such as preparing and blending metal powders, compacting powders into shapes, monitoring sintering processes, and performing quality control tests on finished parts. They often troubleshoot equipment, analyze material properties using laboratory instruments, and document findings according to industry standards. Collaboration with design engineers, quality assurance teams, and production supervisors is common to refine processes and resolve manufacturing challenges. This variety ensures a dynamic workday focused on both technical and collaborative problem-solving.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in powder metallurgy?

To thrive in Powder Metallurgy, you need a strong background in materials science or engineering, with experience in powder processing, sintering, and metallurgy principles. Familiarity with specialized equipment such as compaction presses, furnaces, and laboratory analysis tools, as well as certifications like Six Sigma or ISO quality standards, is often required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and teamwork skills set candidates apart in this field. These competencies are vital for ensuring product quality, efficient production processes, and successful collaboration in a highly technical manufacturing environment.

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Senior Materials & Process Engineer - Powder Metallurgy

Durham, NC

Vulcan Elements
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$100K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Vulcan Elements is manufacturing American rare-earth permanent magnets for a secure, resilient future. With a focus on national security and economic resiliency, we serve critical industries such as defense, aerospace, and automotive powering a high-technology future. Vulcan Elements is building a team of ambitious professionals committed to Mission Focus, Technical Excellence and Transparency.

As a Senior/Staff Materials and Process Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead for the end-to-end powder metallurgy manufacturing process—spanning powder processing, advanced compaction, and thermal treatment. You will be responsible for optimizing current production lines, scaling new NdFeB magnet formulations, and troubleshooting complex materials anomalies. This role bridges the gap between R&D and high-volume production, ensuring maximum magnetic performance, microstructural integrity, and manufacturing yield. This is a high-impact, high-ownership role requiring deep technical expertise and leadership. 

Responsibilities

  • Own and optimize the powder metallurgy pipeline, including hydrogen decrepitation, jet milling, pressing and compaction, vacuum sintering, and post-sinter heat treatments.
  • Correlate process variables to magnetic properties, microstructure, and part quality.
  • Lead root-cause failure analyses for sample defects and implement corrective actions.
  • Transition new alloy compositions from pilot scale to robust, high-volume production.
  • Define technical specifications and partner with Manufacturing team for selection and commissioning of next-generation manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the business.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 8+ years of hands-on engineering experience in powder metallurgy processing (industrial manufacturing setting preferred).
  • Experience with reactive metal powder processing, protective inert atmospheres , vacuum thermal processing, and advanced sintering kinetics.
  • Experience with materials characterization and analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, TGA/DSC
  • Strong experience in design of experiments, statistical processing, and leading research efforts

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience in the manufacturing of sintered NdFeB permanent magnets and grain boundary diffusion processes.
  • Strong proficiency in evaluating magnetic materials properties and interpreting microstructural data.
  • Experience utilizing data analysis tools (such as Python, MATLAB, or JMP) to analyze manufacturing quality datasets or automate performance mapping.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality management standards.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

The position requires regular presence on the production floor and the ability to navigate all areas of the facility. Candidates must be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in environments that may be hot, humid, or noisy. The role also requires the use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and adherence to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Employees must be able to complete required fit testing, wear appropriate PPE for the duration of assigned tasks, and respond safely to changing conditions within the production environment.

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