Materials Engineer - NETE
Core
Materials Engineer supporting the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and Department of National Defence (DND) through laboratory testing, field investigations, failure analysis, and corrosion assessments to ensure fleet readiness and equipment reliability.
Role type
Senior IC Materials Engineer (Naval/Defense)
Builds
Test plans, technical reports, and engineering recommendations for naval assets (via careerplan.io/jobs/R0039962-materials-engineer-nete-at-weir)
Domain
Defense / Naval Engineering / Materials Science
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials testing and characterization, Corrosion assessment and prevention, Failure analysis and root cause investigation, Laboratory operations and quality control, Technical report writing, Standards compliance (ASTM, ISO, AMPP)
Preferred skills
Additive manufacturing knowledge, Coating systems expertise, Marine/defense industry experience, Analytical instrumentation familiarity
Technologies
Microscopes, Hardness testers, Corrosion testing apparatus, Analytical instrumentation
Responsibilities
Conduct testing and evaluation of metallic and non-metallic materials, Develop and execute laboratory and field test programs, Investigate material failures and component degradation, Support laboratory operations and equipment maintenance, Present technical findings to stakeholders, Ensure safety compliance in field and shipboard activities
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC