Physical Metallurgist
Core
Lead thermodynamic model-supported experimental materials and process development for high-temperature metals production from oxides, specifically rare-earth permanent magnets.
Role type
Senior IC physical metallurgist (materials/process development)
Builds
Rare-earth permanent magnets for defense, aerospace, and automotive industries
Domain
Materials science / Metallurgy / Rare-earth elements
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thermodynamic modeling, experimental design, process scale-up, salt chemistry optimization, reactor kinetics analysis, statistical data analysis, technical documentation, mentorship
Preferred skills
startup/scale-up environment experience, quality systems knowledge (ISO), CALPHAD tool expertise, high-temperature molten salts experience
Technologies
FactSage, ThermoCalc, CALPHAD tools, optical microscopy, SEM/EDS, XRD, XRF, ICP
Responsibilities
Design and conduct laboratory and pilot-scale metallization experiments; Optimize salt chemistry, process conditions, and reactor geometry; Prepare and characterize materials using analytical techniques; Develop experimental plans to validate thermodynamic predictions; Author and maintain formal process documentation; Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC